Tomatoes are the crown jewel of any garden, prized for their flavor, versatility, and health benefits. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a beginner, unlocking the secrets to a bountiful tomato ...

Growing tomatoes successfully hinges on one of a few critical factors: one of them being location. Where you plant your ...

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 ...

When I was little, my Dad started a family garden contest: Whose tomato plant would yield the first ripe tomato of the season? The winning family member proudly showed the tomato to Dad and basked in ...

Planting at the right time can make the difference in whether or not your tomatoes turn out well. If you love tomatoes, growing them at home can be a rewarding experience. “Growing tomatoes is so much ...

“You say to-may-tow, I say to-maw-tow, you say po-tay-tow, I say po-taw-tow.” Aah, you can close your eyes and join Luis Armstrong and Ella Fitzgerald finishing the lyrics to that catchy Ira Gershwin ...

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 ...

Cheer on your potted cherry tomatoes with these 10 expert tips.

Like many of my fellow gardeners in western Kansas, last year I didn’t get any good, ripe tomatoes until October. Of course, the frost hit, and then they just rotted in my garden beds. A family member ...

This spring, more than 42 million households will grow a vegetable garden, according to a 2014 study by the National Gardening Association. Nearly nine out of 10 of them will feature tomatoes, America ...

Learn how to successfully start vegetable seeds indoors, from choosing the right plants to providing light and heat, for a thriving garden.

Tomato gardening has long been a popular hobby for those wanting to stay active, eat healthy and possibly even save money. However, the West Texas environment makes successful gardening of any plant ...