- Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 5 - 7 Feet
- Mature Spread 2 - 3 Feet
- Growing Zones 9 - 12
The Heirloom Marriage Jersey Boy Slicing Tomato Plant is a fast-grower that produces plump 10- to 12-ounce fruit. Harvest tomatoes from July through September. The harvest is heavy at the start of the season and gradually fades by the end. This heirloom variety is flavorful and great for eating raw and cooking.
Heirloom Marriage Jersey Boy Slicing Tomato Plant Care
Plant the Heirloom Marriage Jersey Boy Slicing Tomato Plant in the spring once the temperature is consistently warm and there is no longer a chance of frost. Mature plants will spread out 2 to 3 feet wide. While this variety is disease resistant, space plants at least 3 feet apart to reduce the risk of mildew. Use rich, moist, well-drained soil.
Growing Heirloom Marriage Jersey Boy Slicing Tomato Plant
The Heirloom Marriage Jersey Boy Slicing Tomato Plant needs full sun to thrive, and plump, red tomatoes are ready to pick in 70 days. The Jersey Boy slicing tomato plant will reach 5 to 7 feet tall, so stake the plants to provide support.
This plant can be grown in a large container, at least 24 inches in diameter. Support the plant with a stake or tomato cage, and water it regularly, potentially daily during hot, dry weather.
Watering Heirloom Marriage Jersey Boy Slicing Tomato Plant
Keep the soil consistently moist to support growth. Water this plant daily or when the top few inches of soil are dry. Plants that receive intense afternoon sun will dry out more quickly and may need water more often.
Feeding Heirloom Marriage Jersey Boy Slicing Tomato Plant
Fertilize the Heirloom Marriage Jersey Boy Slicing Tomato plant using balanced plant food. Feed this heirloom tomato every two weeks during the growing season.
Heirloom Marriage Jersey Boy Slicing Tomato Plant Information
USDA Hardiness Zones: 9 - 12 |
Plant Type: Edible Plants |
Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
Mature Height: 5 - 7 Feet |
Mature Spread: 2 - 3 Feet |
Spacing: 2 - 3 Feet |
Habit: Upright |
Flower Color(s): None |
Flower Description: |
Bloom Period: |
Foliage Type: Herbaceous |
Foliage Color(s): Green |
Foliage Description: |
Seasonal Interest: Summer Flowering |
Watering: Average |
Resists: Disease |
Tolerates: N/A |
Attracts: Birds, Butterflies |
Container Role: |
Uses: Borders, Containers, Mass Planting |
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Low Maintenance |
Brand: Goodness Grows |
Common Name: Heirloom Marriage Jersey Boy Slicing Tomato Plant |
Other Name(s): Heirloom Marriage Jersey Boy Slicing Tomato |
Scientific Name: Tomato Heirloom Marriage 'Jersey Boy' |
- SKU:
- 1231007718-pc
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
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3.5" Pot
Also Known As:
3.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
~1.42 quarts
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4.25" Pot
Also Known As:
4.25" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.93"H x 4.25"W
Volume:
~1.56 pints
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Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
~1.50 quarts
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#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
~2.26-3.73 quarts
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Pre-Ordered Plants
Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated Spring Shipping Schedule
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
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Zone 10 | March 24th |
Zone 9 | March 31st |
Zone 8 | April 7th |
Zone 7 | April 14th |
Zone 6b | April 21st |
Zone 6a | April 28th |
Zone 5b | May 5th |
Zone 5a | May 12th |
Zone 4 | May 19th |
Zone 3 | May 26th |
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