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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Shade Tomato Plants: Growing Tomatoes In The Shade
If you're a gardener who struggles to find sunny locations for growing tomatoes, click here to learn about shade-tolerant tomato varieties.
By Laura Miller
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Black Krim Tomato Care – How To Grow Black Krim Tomatoes
Black Krim tomato plants produce large tomatoes. The reddish-green flesh is rich and sweet with a slightly smoky, homegrown flavor. If you are interested in growing Black Krim tomatoes in your garden this year or the following season, click here to learn how.
By Mary H. Dyer
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San Marzano Tomatoes: Tips For Growing San Marzano Tomato Plants
Native to Italy, San Marzano tomatoes are distinctive tomatoes with an oblong shape and a pointed end. Click here for helpful tips and growing information.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Tomato ‘Hazelfield Farm’ History: Growing Hazelfield Farm Tomatoes
Hazelfield Farm tomato plants are relatively new to the world of tomato varieties. Discovered by accident on its namesake farm, this tomato has become a workhorse, thriving even through hot summers and droughts. Learn more in this article.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Tomato Fusarium Wilt: How To Control Fusarium Wilt On Tomato Plants
Tomato fusarium wilt can be very destructive to home gardens. It is a fungal infection that invades the roots but causes yellowing and wilting in the plant above the soil line. With severe infections, you can lose a lot of tomato yield. Learn more in this article.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Rapsodie Tomato Info – How To Grow Rapsodie Tomatoes In The Garden
You know it’s summertime in the garden when you have big, ripe tomatoes. Have you ever tried growing Rapsodie tomato plants? These produce large beefsteak tomatoes. Click here to find out more and learn how to grow these amazing tomato plants.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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'Yellow Stuffer' Information: How To Grow 'Yellow Stuffer' Tomatoes
Yellow Stuffer tomato plants aren’t something you see in everyone’s garden, and you might not recognize them if they’re growing there. Yellow Stuffer information says they are shaped similar to bell peppers. What is a Yellow Stuffer tomato? Learn more details here.
By Becca Badgett
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'Moldovan Green' Tomato Facts: What Is A Green Moldovan Tomato
Looking for an interesting tomato for the garden? Try Green Moldovan. The flesh is bright, neon green with a mild citrusy, tropical flavor. Click the following article to learn all about growing Moldovan green tomatoes.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Sandwich Tomato Varieties: Good Slicing Tomatoes To Grow In The Garden
Almost everyone likes a tomato in one way or another and, for Americans, it’s often on a burger or a sandwich. There are tomatoes for all kinds of uses, from those perfect for making into sauces and tomatoes ideal for slicing. Learn about slicing tomatoes here.
By Amy Grant
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Mortgage Lifter Tomato Care – Growing Mortgage Lifter Tomatoes
If you're looking for a flavorful, large, main-season tomato, growing Mortgage Lifter may be the answer. This heirloom tomato variety produces 2 ½ pound (1.13 kg.) fruit up until frost and includes a delicious story to share with fellow gardeners. Learn more here.
By Laura Miller
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Zapotec Pink Pleated Tomato Plants – Tips For Growing Zapotec Tomatoes
Picture a tomato with a fluted, rounded shape and bright pink flesh and you've got an image of Zapotec pink pleated tomato plants. Try growing these funky fruits which are a conversation starter all on their own. You can learn more in this article.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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TomTato Plant Info: Growing A Grafted Tomato Potato Plant
What is a TomTato plant? It’s basically a tomato-potato plant that literally grows both potatoes and tomatoes. You can find out how to grow TomTatoes and other useful TomTato plant info in the article that follows.
By Amy Grant
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Hollow Tomato Varieties: Growing Schimmeig Striped Stuffing Tomato Plants
Schmmeig Striped Hollow is a must have for those looking for something a bit more curious. Similar to other hollow tomatoes, these may be shaped more like a bell pepper. Click this article to learn more about growing this tomato plant.
By Becca Badgett
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Sunchaser Information: Growing Sunchaser Tomatoes In The Garden
In hot, dry conditions, certain varieties of tomatoes may stop producing fruit. However, other tomato varieties, such as Sunchaser, shine in these difficult climates. Click here for Sunchaser information, as well as tips on how to grow a Sunchaser tomato plant.
By Darcy Larum
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Sweet 100 Tomato Care: Learn About Growing Sweet 100 Tomatoes
Sweet 100 tomato plants produce red cherry tomatoes on indeterminate vines with high yields of fruit from early summer right up to frost. The high yields are indicated by the “100” in their name. Click here for helpful tips on growing Sweet 100 tomatoes.
By Darcy Larum
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Tomato Verticillium Wilt Control – How To Treat Tomatoes With Verticillium Wilt
Verticillium wilt can be a devastating infection for a tomato crop. The best way to avoid it is to use resistant tomato varieties. It is also important to know the signs of the disease to avoid spreading it from one area of your garden to another. Learn more in this article.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Physiological Leaf Roll In Tomato: Reasons For Physiological Leaf Curl On Tomatoes
Is tomato physiological leaf roll dangerous? The curiosity has not been shown to reduce yields or plant health but seems to concern gardeners nonetheless. Click the following article for more information and tips on preventing physiological leaf roll on tomatoes.
By Bonnie L. Grant