Tomatoes
Growing tomato plants are one of the most popular veggies grown in the garden, so it’s no wonder why caring for tomatoes is so important to their overall success. Our tomato plant info will help guide you through the entire process—from those first learning how to grow tomatoes to those simply looking for tips on caring for tomatoes once they’re up and growing. Tomato plants require special care to develop into healthy, flavorful fruits. So keep reading for tips on how to grow tomatoes your family will love.
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Tomato Fruit Problems – Reasons For Weird Shaped TomatoesFor those of us who grow our own veggies, we know that perfection isn't always attainable nor is it necessarily desirable. A great example is weirdly shaped tomatoes. Learn what causes deformed tomato fruit in this article.
By Amy Grant
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Are Split Tomatoes Safe To Eat: Edibility Of Cracked Tomatoes On The VineOne of the more frequent issues is cracked tomatoes on the vine. When presented with this problem, it's common to wonder about eating tomatoes that are split open. Are split tomatoes safe to eat? Find out in this article.
By Amy Grant
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Growing Tomatoes With Potatoes: Can You Plant Tomatoes With PotatoesBecause they are brethren so to speak, it seems logical that planting tomatoes and potatoes together would be a perfect marriage. Growing tomatoes with potatoes isn't quite that simple. Click here to find out if you can plant tomatoes with potatoes.
By Amy Grant
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Tomato Plant Insect Pests: Tips For Treating Pests On TomatoesEven if tomato insect damage is nominal, the pests themselves often are vectors for disease. So, it is imperative that you recognize tomato insect damage and learn about treating pests on tomatoes. This article will help.
By Amy Grant
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Wild Tomato Information: Learn About Growing Wild TomatoesAll tomatoes owe their existence to wild tomato plants. What are wild tomatoes? These plants are the ancestors of all the tomatoes we eat today. Click this article to learn about wild tomato information and about growing wild tomatoes.
By Amy Grant
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Gray Mold Of Tomatoes: How To Treat Gray Mold In Tomato PlantsGray mold in tomato plants is caused by a fungus with a host range of over 200 and can cause a variety of other diseases, including damping off and blight. Given the seriousness of the disease, what are the symptoms of tomato gray mold and how is it managed? Find out here.
By Amy Grant
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Are Volunteer Tomatoes A Good Thing – Learn About Volunteer Tomato PlantsVolunteer tomato plants are not uncommon in the home garden. They often show up in early spring, as little sprouts in your compost pile, in a side yard, or in a bed where you normally don't grow tomatoes. Are volunteer tomatoes a good thing? It depends. Learn more here.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Eating Unripe Green Tomatoes May Actually Be Good For YouGreen unripe tomatoes aren’t harmful and may possibly even be healthy, but don’t eat too many.
By Laura Miller
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Using Coffee Grounds On Tomato PlantsThe trick to using coffee grounds in your plants is moderation. A little is great – a lot is not. Read on for more about coffee grounds.
By Laura Miller
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Tomato Sunscald: What To Do About Sunscald On TomatoesSunscald commonly affects tomatoes, as well as peppers. It's generally the result of exposure to sunlight during extreme heat, though may be caused by other factors as well. Learn what those are in this article.
By Nikki Tilley
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Tomatoes For Arid Climates – Types Of Drought And Heat Tolerant TomatoesIt’s possible to grow tomatoes for hot, dry climates. The key is planting the best tomatoes for arid climates and then providing them with a little extra TLC. Learn more about choosing heat- and drought-tolerant tomatoes in this article.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Tomato Leaf Types: What Is A Potato Leaf TomatoMost of us are familiar with the appearance of tomato leaves; they are multi-lobed, serrated, or almost tooth-like, right? But, what if you have a tomato plant that is lacking these lobes? Is something wrong with the plant? Click here to find out.
By Amy Grant
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Tomatoes That Can Well – What Are The Best Canning TomatoesPerhaps, you’re planning a big harvest and want extra tomatoes for canning. Preserving tomatoes is a common chore in late summer and one that some of us do regularly. Take a look at some of the best canning tomatoes in the following article.
By Becca Badgett
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What Is Botryosporium Mold: Treating Tomato Botryosporium Mold In GardensBotryosporium mold is a problem that can affect tomatoes. It is most frequently seen on plants that live in greenhouses or other protected areas. While it may look unappealing, this mold is not actually harmful to the plant or the tomatoes themselves. Learn more here.
By Liz Baessler
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Indoor Cherry Tomato Growing – Tips For Indoor Cherry TomatoesFor that taste of homegrown tomatoes, you may want to try growing indoor cherry tomatoes. For more information and tips, click here.
By Laura Miller
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Bacterial Speck Identification and Tips For Control For Bacterial Speck On Tomato PlantsTomato bacterial speck is a less common but certainly possible tomato disease that can happen in the home garden. Read this article to learn more about the symptoms of bacterial speck on tomatoes.
By Heather Rhoades
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Fall Tomatoes – What To Do With End Of Season Tomato PlantsTomatoes at the end of season can still be delicious with a few tips and tricks. Just be aware of some do’s and don’ts. This article will help.
By Bonnie L. Grant

