Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The Spruce / Kailey Whitman When it comes to garden staples, you can't get much better than tomatoes. These juicy, bright red and ...

Growing tomatoes is so much fun,” says Meagan Lloyd, creator of Meg Grows Plants. “It’s almost a right of passage as a ...

For most vegetable gardeners, tomatoes are the rock stars of the summer harvest, and late May and early June is the ideal time for planting these warm-season favorites. Whether you grow sun gold ...

In Part I of this series, I shared my boyhood memory of a family tomato-growing contest that sparked my interest in growing tomatoes. I also shared my favorite varieties of tomatoes, one of which, the ...

Tomatoes are one of the most versatile foods and very nutritious. If you grow your own, make sure you don't plant them too early in the season.

Growing tomatoes at home can be incredibly rewarding, especially when you know how to make the most of your space and conditions. One smart way to improve your harvest is by using companion planting, ...

Eight hours or more is best for developing sweet, ripe fruits. You see, the warmth of the sun powers sugar production and ripening. Tomatoes are especially sensitive to this, with noticeable flavor ...

Of all the veggies to come out of a home garden, fresh tomatoes are among the most commonly prized. From big, juicy heirlooms to snackably sweet cherries, homegrown tomatoes come in a range of ...

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The beginning of August is tomato time for many local gardeners — but only if you planted varieties that do well in our climate. The most dependable tomatoes to ripen by August are the small or patio ...

A show goer views some tomatoes n exhibition at the Syngenta stand on the first day of the Mombasa International ASK show at Mkomani grounds. [Gideon Maundu, Standard] Last week, I shared an article ...