Picking ripe tomatoes straight off the vine is one of my favorite pastimes. Nothing compares to the flavors, whether I pop them straight into my mouth or make them into a yummy salsa or fresh ...

The importance of preparing soil for tomatoes should not be underestimated. Soil is one of the building blocks of healthy plants and fruit. The best soil for tomatoes should be well-draining, nutrient ...

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The roots of your tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) plants need plenty of room to grow, but compacted soil can limit their ability to produce healthy fruit and also promote pathogens. When tomato plants ...

Timing is everything: get your tomato plants off to a good start with these planting tips.

To be a successful gardener, one needs to have a basic understanding of the soil which you are tending, as well the factors which affect the fertility, pH and quality of the soil. This is the case ...

This easy guide walks you through growing tomatoes at home, from sowing seeds to picking ripe fruits. See how you can enjoy healthy plants even in small spaces.

Tomato-tasting events have taught me something about soil. When it comes to taste, the variety you plant is important, but it's not as important as the soil where you plant your tomatoes. The best ...