by Jennifer Poindexter There are many varieties of tomatoes. When you grow one variety, you might assume you can grow them all. However, there might be one variety you aren’t familiar with. Have you heard of, or tried, a pineapple tomato? This is a low-acid tomato which … [Read more...]
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How to Ripen Tomatoes on the Vine
by Jennifer Poindexter Do you have gorgeous tomatoes hanging on the vine in your garden? Do you need them to turn from green to red in a hurry? Whether you’re anxious for a fresh tomato or you’re racing the clock because frost is coming, there are some things you can do to … [Read more...]
Do Tomatoes Prefer Morning or Afternoon Sun?
QUESTION: Do tomatoes prefer morning or afternoon sun? I'm trying to decide which side of the yard is best to plant. - Charlene D. ANSWER: - Tomato plants need an average of six to eight hours of sunlight per day. That’s a lot of sunlight. The requirements for sunlight … [Read more...]
Is Four Hours Enough Sun for Tomatoes?
QUESTION: Is four hours enough sun for tomatoes? I have a good spot to put a garden, but it's unfortunately in a spot that doesn't get that much sun. - Tammy C. ANSWER: Unfortunately, four hours of sunlight is not enough to give tomato plants the energy that they need to … [Read more...]
Cherry Tomatoes vs. Tomatoes, Fully Explained
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...]
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