Tomatoes are a classic summer staple and the taste of homegrown tomatoes outshines any store-bought ones. Growing them from seed also opens up the potential to grow a much wider variety of tomatoes ...

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 ...

If you want to get the most out of your tomato plant, these tips can help maximize your yield. Gardener shares advice on how ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

ALBANY — As spring approaches, so do the expectations of the many gardeners in the area who are perhaps already dreaming about the delicious taste of tomatoes grown in one’s own backyard. A group of ...

If you tried your hand at growing tomatoes this summer, you likely have a produce bowl overflowing with plump, juicy fruit. As the hot weather winds down, you might be wondering how long your tomato ...

Stake your tomatoes right when they're in their final position so they can settle in and spread their root system to grow taller. Choose metal or plastic stakes since they're non-slip and durable ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Struggling with the dog days of summer wilting your tomato harvest? Kansas City’s own, James Worley, known as “The Tomato ...

Tomatoes are the rock stars of the summer harvest and this is the time of the growing season when many tomato growers are counting down the days until they harvest lots of ripe fruit. This is also the ...

Tomatoes require plenty of sunlight and nutrients to thrive. Poor soil nutrient is one of the reasons most farmers fail in tomato production. The plants require a lot of nitrogen to grow strong and ...