Tomatoes
Growing tomato plants are one of the most popular veggies grown in the garden, so it’s no wonder why caring for tomatoes is so important to their overall success. Our tomato plant info will help guide you through the entire process—from those first learning how to grow tomatoes to those simply looking for tips on caring for tomatoes once they’re up and growing. Tomato plants require special care to develop into healthy, flavorful fruits. So keep reading for tips on how to grow tomatoes your family will love.
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Types Of Tomatoes Explained: Explore The Many Wonderful Shapes, Colors, Flavors, & Best Uses
The world of tomato varieties is vast and fascinating. Learn about the key types to grow in your garden, tailored to your preferences and space.
By Amy Grant
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Best Indeterminate Tomatoes: Flavor-Packed Varieties For Fresh Harvests All Summer Long
Indeterminate tomatoes are vining varieties that fruit all season. Discover their distinctive features and how to choose the best type to grow in your garden.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Best Determinate Tomatoes: Compact Varieties With Big Yields For Cooking & Canning
Determinate tomatoes are prized for their compact growth and bountiful harvests. Learn their characteristics and choose the best varieties for your garden.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Determinate vs Indeterminate Tomatoes: What’s The Difference And Which Should You Grow?
Whether to grow determinate or indeterminate tomatoes depends on your growing space, climate, and what you want to use them for. Find out which is best for you.
By Amy Grant
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Best Tomatoes For Containers: 10 Tastiest Varieties For Plentiful Produce In Compact Areas
These are the best tomatoes for containers that prove you don't need to have a large space or elaborate garden to grow delicious produce.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Growing Tomatoes in Containers: Enjoy Bountiful Harvests In Small Spaces
Nothing says summer like homegrown tomatoes! Learn how to grow tomatoes in pots, and you'll soon be harvesting an abundant crop on the patio or balcony.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Best Herbs To Plant With Tomatoes: 6 Perfect Companions For Better Flavor & Bigger Harvests
Certain herbs make excellent neighbors to tomatoes in the vegetable garden, repelling pests, keeping down weeds, and enhancing flavor. Try these top varieties.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Starting Tomato Seeds Indoors: Step-By-Step Guide For An Extended Growing Season
Get a head start on your summer crop of tomatoes by starting seeds indoors before the last frost. Our foolproof guide covers everything you need to get growing.
By Amy Grant
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Tasty Purple Tomatoes To Grow: Try These 8 Cherry, Beefsteak and Heirloom Tom Varieties
Purple tomatoes may have an unexpected appearance, but they are just as lipsmackingly yummy as their red counterparts. Here are the tastiest deep purples to try…
By Amy Grant
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Anthracnose In Tomato Plants: Identification, Treatment & Prevention
Anthracnose of tomato plants has a particular set of symptoms that affects the fruits, often after they have been picked. To learn more about tomato anthracnose symptoms and how to control tomato anthracnose disease, click this article for additional information.
By Liz Baessler
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What To Plant After Tomatoes: 6 Second Crops To Prolong The Growing Season
Your tomatoes may be winding down for the season, but you can reuse the space to grow a fresh crop of cool-weather vegetables.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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How To Ripen Green Tomatoes After Picking – And Store Them Properly
Wondering how to make tomatoes turn red can be frustrating for a gardener. Harvesting green tomatoes and storing them indoors will help conserve the plant's energy well into fall. Learn more in this article.
By Amy Grant
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How To Get Rid Of Tomato Hornworms: 5 Natural Solutions To Control And Repel Them
Are big green caterpillars feasting on your tomato plants? Discover natural methods to eliminate tomato hornworms – and keep your vegetable plot pest-free.
By Melanie Griffiths
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How To Increase Tomato Yields: 7 Expert Tricks For A Bumper Harvest
Turn your garden into a tomato-producing powerhouse with these essential tips for growing a healthy, bountiful crop.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Tomato Diseases Every Gardener Should Know – And How To Treat Them
Tomato disease can be traced to one of four causes: fungal, bacterial, viral, and environmental. Learn to identify them and fight back.
By Amy Grant
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The Secret To Growing Perfect Tomatoes: Expert Tips From A Chef-Turned-Gardener
Trained professional chef and gardening expert Bonnie Grant shares her advice on growing a bountiful crop of delicious tomatoes – for your best-ever harvest.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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How To Make Tomato Plants Grow Faster: 7 Tips For An Early Bounty
Accelerate the growth rate of your tomatoes – without sacrificing flavor – and start enjoying a delicious crop in as little as four weeks from planting.
By Bonnie L. Grant