Did you know that you only need 3 simple things to start tomato seeds indoors and grow amazing tomato transplants for your garden or raised beds? And that growing your own plants really is easier than you could ever imagine? There are so many benefits to starting your tomato plants from seeds. From saving money …
If the tomato plants you are growing from seed are becoming a little overgrown a little too fast – then it’s time to transplant your seedlings into a bigger container – and the sooner the better! When tomato seedlings are growing so fast and so tall that they are drooping over and the soil is …
Looking for the best way to use egg shells this year to help protect and power your tomato plants? Every gardener has heard the statement at one time or another that egg shells are great for your tomato plants. And that statement is indeed very true. In fact, eggshells can be quite the valuable resource …
Fertilizing young tomato seedlings is essential for promoting strong plant growth. It really is one of the keys to ensure that they become strong and healthy enough to be transplanted outdoors. Providing young plants with the right nutrients, at the right time, helps develop sturdy stems, healthy roots, and lush foliage. However, knowing when and …
Starting tomato seeds with a simple, homemade tomato seed starting soil is an excellent way to get your tomato plants off to a strong, healthy start. Not only is it easy to make, it gives you the opportunity to provide the vital nutrients and resources the seeds need to germinate and grow. The soil mixture …
When it comes to taste, looks, and an incredible ability to produce – the Red Torch tomato plant has it all – which is exactly why you need to consider growing this tomato variety that is becoming more and more popular in backyard gardens all over the country! Among the wide variety of tomatoes available, …
One of the best ways to get tomato transplants and seedlings off to a fast start is to fertilize them – but as you’ll find out in today’s article – how, when and what you use to fertilize your young plants can make a huge difference in just how healthy and strong your plant will …
When it comes to growing a plant that will truly produce a one-of-a-kind tomato in your garden, it’s hard to top the unique color, flavor and interest that Green Zebra tomatoes can bring to your growing space! Not only does the Green Zebra ripen as a green tomato with gorgeous striping, it features a tangy …
If you are looking to grow a tomato that is not only deliciously sweet but also incredibly meaty and beautiful, then Big Rainbow Tomatoes need to be in your garden this year! The Big Rainbow tomato is a large beefsteak variety that features golden yellow and orange ribbed skin. Once sliced, you are met with …
Looking to avoid 5 of the most common mistakes many gardeners make when trying to start tomato seeds indoors? It can be hard to beat the incredible feeling that starting and growing your own tomato plants from seed brings. Watching a tiny little seed develop into a healthy tomato plant loaded with ripening fruit is …