Better Boy is a popular F1 hybrid slicing tomato introduced in the 1970s and long a top seller in North American garden centers. It produces round red beefsteak fruit averaging 8 to 12 ounces on vigorous indeterminate vines that yield heavily throughout the season. Better Boy is valued for combining classic tomato flavor with strong disease resistance and dependable productivity, making it a reliable choice for home gardeners who want a large, all-purpose fresh tomato without heirloom fussiness. It carries broad resistance to verticillium and fusarium wilts and nematodes. Its consistency, adaptability and heavy set have kept it among the most widely grown hybrid tomatoes for decades.
Flavor Profile
Well-balanced classic tomato flavor with a good mix of sweetness and acidity, dependable rather than exotic.
Visual Characteristics
Round, slightly flattened red beefsteak fruit of uniform size, typically 8 to 12 ounces.
Growing Tips
Vigorous indeterminate vines need strong caging; feed and water consistently to support the heavy yield.
Resistance Information
Disease Resistance
Broad resistance to verticillium wilt, fusarium wilt and root-knot nematodes.
Where to Buy
Sourcing information coming soon. Check local nurseries and seed banks for availability.