Gardeners on TikTok shouted out that marigolds also make good companions for tomatoes as their smell deters pests. A ...

Yes, it's true. A splash of rice water is a well-kept gardening secret that can help you produce your most bountiful and ...

Marigolds are the best flowers to plant with your tomatoes. Not only are marigolds bright and bountiful, but they also offer multiple benefits to tomato plants. Let me explain why you should grow ...

There’s little in the vegetable garden as emblematic of a fertile summer as the ripe red fruit of a tomato plant, and at this time of year, they are at their most delicious and fragrant. If you are ...

Tomatoes should be left on the plant right up until they’re ready to eat. Tomatoes are a staple in many summer vegetable gardens, but they don’t always reach their full potential. To ensure you have a ...

Tomato plants are a popular addition to vegetable gardens, but they can be a real challenge. From the moment tomato seeds sprout to the day you compost the plant at the end of the season, tomato ...

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“Location, location, location” is a frequently used phrase in the real estate industry, and it applies to tomatoes too. Choose a poor planting spot and you'll end up with spindly, weak plants lacking ...