By Erin Marissa Russell QUESTION: What makes a tomato a cherry tomato? I see seeds and plants described as cherry tomatoes all the time, but I’m not quite sure what it takes to qualify as a cherry tomato. — Lauren K. ANSWER: The most significant difference between cherry … [Read more...]
Cherry Tomatoes vs. Grape Tomatoes, Explained
QUESTION: In seed catalogs and product descriptions for tomato plants, I see lots of grape tomatoes and cherry tomatoes. I’m not sure which of these smaller tomato varieties to choose. What is the difference between cherry tomatoes and grape tomatoes? — Elise V. ANSWER: … [Read more...]
Should You Mist Tomato Plants?
QUESTION: Will it help my tomato plants if I mist them with a spray bottle? My houseplants love being misted and I want to make sure my tomatoes do their best. — Maria V. ANSWER: While misting some indoor plants can have benefits for their health, you should not follow the … [Read more...]
Will Tomatoes Grow in Shade?
QUESTION: I want to grow tomatoes but only have shade and partial shade available on my property. Can I produce a healthy harvest of tomatoes if I only have shade and partial shade to grow them in? — Francis A. ANSWER: There’s no one-size-fits-all response to this question, … [Read more...]
Do Tomatoes Grow Better in Pots or the Ground?
QUESTION: Is it better to grow tomatoes in pots or to grow them in the ground? I want to start planting tomatoes this year. — Raymond N. ANSWER: There are tomato varieties especially well suited for container gardens and varieties that grow their best planted directly in the … [Read more...]
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