Cluster of ripe red cherry tomatoes growing on a lush green tomato plant in a garden. - Razbitnov/Shutterstock Tomato gardening can feel like a guessing game. One day you've got ripe, juicy fruit; the ...

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 ...

Tomato plant issues range from pests like deer and raccoons to environmental factors. Over-fertilization and insufficient watering are common cultivation mistakes affecting tomato growth. Extreme heat ...

Garden columnist Dan Gill answers readers' questions each week. To send a question, email Gill at [email protected]. I was wondering what variety of tomatoes I should plant. Which types do the ...

March is prime time for SoCal gardeners who love to grow unique tomatoes. Three specialty growers are having pop-up sales this month and next in the Greater Los Angeles area. They’re offering a wide ...

Tomatoes are the easiest fruit to grow and have the biggest return on your investment. The plants are easy to grow from seed and can produce hundreds of flowers. They readily self-seed, so many ...

If you planted your tomatoes at the best time, March to mid-April, you should be harvesting delicious, vine-ripened tomatoes by now. If you didn’t plant tomatoes for yourself, farmers markets are well ...