One of the biggest secrets to growing strong and healthy tomato plants is to support your crop as early – as in right on the very day you plant them! Tomatoes are a crop that can grow fast and furious. Because of that, they can quickly get out of hand before you know it. In …
Did you know that by simply growing a few companion plants and herbs near your tomato plants – that it can have a huge impact on not only their overall health – but also the size, success, and even flavor of the harvest? As wild as it might sound, there are actually several herbs and …
Making your own ketchup is surprisingly simple and easy to do, especially when you make it in a crock pot. In fact, in just 20 minutes you will have all the ingredients prepared and ready to go in the slow cooker. Once the tomatoes cook down and thicken you will have a delicious homemade condiment …
When it comes to determining the best time to water your tomato plants, it doesn’t get any easier or more accurate than using a simple and inexpensive moisture meter. While providing tomato plants with adequate water may seem straightforward, there are quite a few issues that can occur if they don’t receive the correct amount. …
It’s no secret that compost is one of the best natural fertilizers you can add to your garden, but did you know that you can make compost tea and use it as a liquid fertilizer to power your tomato plants naturally during the growing season? In fact, compost tea is actually one of the best …
If you like Mexican restaurant style salsa you are going to love this Easy Salsa Recipe. Thin salsa that is perfect to serve with warm tortilla chips, but it makes for a delicious topping for tacos, burritos, enchiladas, omelets and more. However, unlike most salsa recipes, this recipe takes only 10 minutes to prepare and …
When the temperatures drop low and frost is in the extended forecast, it’s time to jump into action to protect young tomato plants from damage! Tomatoes are warm weather-loving crops. They thrive in the hot summer sun and warm temperatures. Unfortunately, they are also very sensitive to the cold, especially when they are young. When …
One of the best ways to preserve the fresh flavors of the garden is by making tomato juice using tomatoes you grow yourself. But one thing is for sure, not all tomatoes are perfect for the job – which is exactly why knowing what varieties are best can help you make the most delicious juice …
Did you know that one of the best ways to naturally fertilize your tomato plants is by using spent coffee grounds? Not only can the grounds be used to power plants at the time of planting, but they can also be used throughout the entire growing season as well! Coffee grounds are full of the …
When it comes to the best way to support your tomato plants in your vegetable garden, it may surprise you that those readily available, cylindrical tomato cages might not be the best choice. Although they might be the most popular tomato supports found in stores – using them in your garden unfortunately usually leads to …
Did you know that what you plant near your tomatoes can have a huge impact on their health and productivity – and while there are plenty of plants that can benefit tomatoes, there are also a few that you should never grow near tomato plants? Using companion planting in your garden is a great way …