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Best Ways to Support Your Tomato Plants
One of the most important lessons I’ve learned from growing tomatoes over the years is that proper support makes a huge difference in plant health, fruit production, and ease of harvest. Without support, tomato plants tend to sprawl across the ground, making them more susceptible to disease, insect damage, and rot. Whether you’re growing bush […] More
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Pinching and Pruning Tomatoes: A Gardener’s Guide to Healthier, More Productive Plants
Pruning and pinching tomato plants is a simple but essential practice that can significantly improve plant health and fruit production. Over the years, I’ve learned that proper pruning helps direct the plant’s energy toward producing bigger, healthier tomatoes instead of excessive foliage. If you’ve ever struggled with a tangled, unmanageable tomato plant or small, lackluster […] More
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Watering and Feeding Tomatoes: Expert Tips for a Healthy, Productive Crop
One of the biggest lessons I’ve learned in my years of growing tomatoes is that consistent watering and proper feeding make all the difference between a thriving, high-yielding plant and one that struggles with disease, blossom-end rot, or weak growth. Tomatoes are heavy feeders and need the right balance of nutrients and moisture at every […] More
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Plant Tomatoes for a Thriving Crop: Sun, Soil, and Spacing
Growing tomatoes successfully starts with choosing the right location in your garden. Over the years, I’ve learned that sunlight, soil quality, and proper spacing play crucial roles in producing a healthy and abundant tomato harvest. Whether you’re growing in garden beds, raised beds, or containers, understanding the best placement for your tomatoes will set you […] More
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Planting Tomatoes for a Long Harvest
If you’ve ever found yourself with an overwhelming flood of ripe tomatoes all at once—or worse, a garden that stops producing too soon—there’s a simple strategy to keep your harvest going strong. By planting multiple tomato varieties with different maturity dates, you can enjoy a continuous supply of fresh, flavorful tomatoes from early summer until […] More
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Best Companion Plants for Thriving Tomatoes: What Works & What to Avoid
Over the years, I’ve experimented with companion planting in my garden, and one thing is clear—tomatoes thrive when grown alongside the right plants. By choosing good companions, you can boost tomato health, improve flavor, and even reduce pest problems naturally. Here’s what I’ve learned about the best and worst companions for tomatoes—based on both personal […] More
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How to Transplant Tomato Seedlings: A Gardener’s Guide
Transplanting tomato seedlings into the garden is a critical step in ensuring a bountiful harvest. Over the years, I’ve learned that timing, technique, and proper care make all the difference between thriving plants and stunted growth. Here’s my tried-and-true method for getting tomatoes off to the best possible start. When to Transplant Tomatoes The best […] More
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When to Plant Tomatoes: A Gardener’s Guide to Timing and Success
Over the years, I’ve learned the hard way that patience is key when planting tomatoes. One spring, eager to get a head start, I set my transplants out too early—only to watch them struggle as cold nights stunted their growth. Since then, I’ve fine-tuned my approach, and I’m here to help you avoid the same […] More
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Mastering Tomato Seed Starting: How to Grow Strong and Healthy Plants Indoors
Growing tomatoes successfully starts with strong seedlings. Having grown tomatoes for decades, I’ve learned that the right planting time, careful seed starting, and strategic potting up make all the difference between weak plants and a bumper crop. In this guide, I’ll share the best practices I’ve relied on to start tomatoes indoors and prepare them […] More
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Getting Started With Tomatoes: A Gardener’s Guide to Success
Growing tomatoes is one of the most rewarding experiences in the garden. After decades of growing my own tomatoes—experimenting with different varieties, dealing with late frosts, and perfecting my planting schedule—I’ve learned a few key lessons that can help beginners get started with confidence. Getting Started with Tomatoes I’ve started tomatoes from both seeds and […] More
Stephen Albert
