Tomato plants (Solanum lycopersicum) are beloved by gardeners, with over 10,000 possible types to grow. These leafy annuals grow juicy, flavorful fruits in shades of red, yellow, orange, purple, pink, ...

A simple watering adjustment can make the difference between damaged tomatoes and a thriving harvest. Learn how to prevent ...

When it comes to garden staples, you can't get much better than tomatoes. These juicy, bright red and yellow fruits are beloved by gardeners of all skill levels. Tomatoes are popular not just because ...

I always look forward to gardening in the spring because I know I will no longer have to rely on supermarkets for a tasteless ...

Regardless of type, tomatoes are hungry plants that need well prepared soil, with plenty of compost and manure dug in. Add a balanced organic fertiliser, like blood & bone, which will provide plenty ...

Containers are better for deterring pests, while plants in the ground will need less frequent watering. Tomatoes are a staple in nearly every vegetable garden: they’re easy to grow, provide bountiful ...

Tomatoes grow on small plants in areas with direct sunlight. As seeds, they germinate best in warm temperatures. Within 2 months, they fully mature and start producing fruit until the weather becomes ...

(CBSDFW.COM) - If I had to pick the edible crop here in North Texas that creates the most conversation and debate over best practices, it would be growing tomatoes. When I lived in Nashville (over a ...

Mid-July is a good time to evaluate tomato plant progress and make adjustments. Prune excess foliage and remove lower leaves to improve air circulation and reduce disease. Monitor plants for pests and ...

“I want to try growing tomatoes in my garden this year and would like some advice on how to be successful in doing so.” — Larry Zar, Highwood There are some basic practices to follow that will help ...

Tomatoes are among some of the most popular plants to grow in a home garden. Not only is the fruit highly versatile in cooking, but there are also a ton of varieties — at least 10,000, in fact — from ...