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Nothing is as rewarding (or tasty!) as a homegrown tomato. With hundreds of varieties to choose from, there’s a tomato for everyone and every garden. Here are some tips for success.
Here are four things to keep in mind if you want to grow great tomatoes in containers: Here’s a simple exercise to get you ...
Q: The tomatoes I grow in pots never do as well as the ones I grow in the garden. Can you offer any tips for better success? A: Next to herbs, growing tomatoes in pots is the most popular choice for ...
A. While there are many benefits to growing in containers, the biggest drawback is water retention. A tomato planted in the ground, or even in a raised bed, has the luxury of spreading its roots far ...
What tomatoes are most suitable for growing in containers? What do container-grown tomatoes require for success? With so many varieties of tomatoes available, the selection of a variety that will ...
Containers are better for deterring pests, while plants in the ground will need less frequent watering. Tomatoes are a staple in nearly every vegetable garden: they’re easy to grow, provide bountiful ...
Growing tomatoes in your garden can be immensely rewarding as long as you keep away those pests that will threaten your crop ...
As long as you have a spot with six hours of direct sun daily, you can grow your own tomatoes without weeding worries or soil ...
The weather may not agree, but the gardening season is well underway. For answers to your questions, turn to Ask an Expert, an online question-and-answer tool from Oregon State University’s Extension ...
Limited space or time shouldn't deter you from enjoying homegrown tomatoes. Container size is crucial, with larger containers being preferable for sufficient root space and moisture retention. Use a ...