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 …
Did you know that one of the best ways to help your tomato plants grow healthier and stronger – and produce better tasting tomatoes is to plant basil nearby? When it comes to dynamic duos in the kitchen, it doesn’t get much better than basil and tomatoes. Whether you are enjoying a fresh tomato, basil …
Did you know taking time to harden off your tomato plants before transplanting them outside can make a huge difference between healthy plants that thrive in the elements – or ones that struggle to even survive? It’s true that the simple task of hardening off tomato plants can greatly affect how plants adapt to their …
Did you know that planting eggshells in the planting hole of your tomato plants is one of the best ways to get your tomatoes off to a fast, healthy start? It’s true – especially if you use them in just the right way! Not only are eggshells safe and simple to use, they also happen …
When it comes to providing your tomatoes with a strong and healthy foundation, one of the easiest ways to ensure success is to plant your tomatoes deep. Very deep! This simple springtime planting task can make the difference between a tomato plant that thrives and grows well all season long without worry of having enough …
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 …
One of the best ways to ensure an amazing home-grown crop of tomatoes is to get your tomato plants off to a great start on planting day – and that means avoiding 3 of the biggest and most common tomato planting mistakes gardeners make when they first put their plants in the ground! Tomatoes are …
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 …
One of the best ways to grow healthy, strong tomato plants that produce loads of juicy fruit is to put down a thick, protective coat of mulch around your plants as soon as you plant them. But when mulching, what you mulch with can make a huge difference in just how successful your plants are! …
When it comes to growing tomatoes, one of the best ways to use the power of companion planting to help grow a bigger and better harvest is to plant marigolds right along with or near your tomato plants. Not only can blooming marigolds add a big splash of color to a vegetable garden, their fragrant …