Wondering why the leaves on your tomato plants might be shriveling, turning brown, or dying altogether in the summer? This is an issue that many gardeners face and one that often leaves even seasoned ones scratching their heads.  It never fails – You have been babying your tomato plants all spring and early summer and …

If you love the chips and salsa that you get at your favorite Mexican restaurant, you are going to love this homemade Picante Sauce recipe. Smooth style salsa that is perfect for dipping tortilla chips, topping tacos, burritos, and more! It’s easy to make with fresh ingredients and you can customize it to be as …

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 …

Making homemade tomato sauce is a great way to preserve fresh tomatoes so that you can enjoy the taste of them all year long. Whether you’re cooking up a big pot of pasta, layering a lasagna, or topping a homemade pizza, the taste of a well-made sauce can’t be beaten. Plus, when you make it …

One of the best and easiest ways you can help your tomato plants to stay incredibly productive during the summer months is to prevent fruit overload. Fruit overload occurs when you have too much fruit ripening on a tomato plant at one time. While having too many tomatoes on a single plant might seem like …

Looking for a few simple ways to revive your potted tomato plants this summer and keep them producing strong all the way to fall? Growing tomato plants in pots and containers is a great way for people to grow their own food without the restrictions or issues that traditional gardens pose. Even those with just …

If you’re looking for an easy way to preserve your tomato harvest, then follow these simple steps on how to can diced tomatoes. It is a fantastic way to capture that fresh summer flavor and use it all year round. Tomatoes are incredibly versatile and are used in multiple recipes. From soups and stews to …

Looking for some simple, safe, and effective ways to keep your tomato plants pest free all summer long? There’s nothing more frustrating than having your tomato plants get overtaken by pests and insects. One minute the plants are growing healthy and strong – and the next the foliage is riddled with holes and damage.  Unfortunately, …

Did you know that one of the easiest ways to find tomato hornworms on your tomato and pepper plants is with a simple blacklight flashlight? And can it ever help to keep your plants safe from the damage they bring! Tomato hornworms are strange looking caterpillars that can measure up to 4 inches in length. …

There’s nothing quite like the rich and comforting taste of homemade spaghetti sauce, especially when you make it with fresh tomatoes. Whether you grow your own or find them at the local Farmer’s market you can’t beat the flavor of a tomato that has just come off the vine. Whether you add a slice of …