Looking for simple ways to keep your tomatoes from cracking and splitting before you even get a chance to harvest them? Have you ever patiently waited until just the perfect time to pick that juicy, red tomato from your plant – only to notice huge cracks and splits on the skin? One thing is for …
When it comes to growing tomatoes, sometimes the hardest part is knowing just when to pick them off the plant – not only so you can enjoy the best looking and tasting tomatoes, but also to help the plant stay productive. While plucking a fully ripe, juicy tomato off the vine sounds like the perfect …
Now that your tomato plants are growing in full swing, it’s time to start keeping an eye out for some of the major pests that can quickly ruin your harvest – and one of the worst offenders that you need to be sure to stop are tomato fruitworms! Tomato fruitworms also go by the names …
Looking for a few simple and easy ways to keep tomato hornworms off of your tomato plants this summer? If you’ve ever grown tomatoes in your garden, then it’s likely that you have also experienced these massive, creepy crawly pests. Not only do tomato hornworms look like something straight out of a horror movie, they …
Are you looking for some simple and effective ways to get rid of whiteflies on your tomato plants – all without using harsh chemicals that can leave you a bit worried about consuming your harvest? Whiteflies are tiny winged flying insects that can bring about huge issues to tomato plants. Both the adults and the …
Looking for the easiest and best way to get rid of the aphids on your tomato plants? Aphids are one of the most common causes of damage and destruction to tomato plants. The tiny insects feed on the leaves, stems, and fruit, leaving behind stunted and weak plants in the process. It can be hard enough …
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 …
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 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 …