The end of June is a busy time as the garden needs clipping, weeding and in some cases watering this week. The lawns in Western Washington grow fast this time of year, so they may need fertilizing as ...
Learn how to effectively tie your tomato plants to round posts or stakes with this step-by-step guide. In this video, we will demonstrate the best techniques to support your plants, ensuring they grow ...
Tomatoes should be left on the plant right up until they’re ready to eat. Tomatoes are a staple in many summer vegetable gardens, but they don’t always reach their full potential. To ensure you have a ...
Tomato plants have a naturally sprawling growth habit that need support if you want to get better harvests and healthier plants. There are lots of tomato cages and staking options on the market and ...
When it comes to garden staples, you can't get much better than tomatoes. These juicy, bright red and yellow fruits are beloved by gardeners of all skill levels. Tomatoes are popular not just because ...
There are so many varieties, shapes, sizes, and colors to please the palette. Slices of fresh home-grown tomatoes with a sprig of basil and maybe fresh mozzarella are one of the most sumptuous summer ...
To find out tips on growing tomatoes indoors, we turned to the tomato expert. Craig LeHoullier (better known as the Johnny ...
This is the time of year most gardeners are planting their warm-season vegetable crops if they haven’t already. So let’s talk about one crop that is likely in every vegetable garden: tomatoes. I ...
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 ...
Mid-July is a good time to evaluate tomato plant progress and make adjustments. Prune excess foliage and remove lower leaves to improve air circulation and reduce disease. Monitor plants for pests and ...
Have you ever bit into a store-bought tomato and tasted…nothing? Some remedies: buy tomatoes at the farmer’s market (which can get expensive) or grow your own. Sure, there are a lot of excuses people ...