There's really nothing like a tomato straight from the garden, so ripe it feels almost like a water balloon. It tastes much better than the store-bought kind. If you never had one, you might be ...

There are plenty of ways to use baking soda in your yard and garden, but that simple box sitting in your pantry can actually help make your tomato plants the best they can be. When used correctly, ...

When it comes to growing tomatoes, you don't need to have a ton of ample garden space to have healthy and happy plants. From staking the plants (helping them grow upward) to growing tomatoes in small ...

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 ...

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 ...

July is the month in Sonoma and Napa counties when gardeners typically start to experience water challenges. – Check to make sure all irrigation systems are working, and drip lines have not been ...

Tomatoes are by far the most popular crop for most vegetable gardeners in Greater Columbus, and most gardeners keenly anticipate harvesting their first ripe red, yellow or purple beauties of the ...

Warmer weather means tomato season! Depending on how much rain the garden gets, your soil might need a few days to dry out before you start planting, said Tomatomania owner Scott Daigre. Tromping ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." This summer, I’m determined to grow farmers market-worthy tomatoes in my own garden. Over the years my ...