Tomatoes are America’s favorite garden “vegetable” to grow. Botanically a fruit, the tomato was classified as a vegetable by the U.S. tariff law of 1887 because it’s served with dinner, not as dessert ...

If you have a vegetable garden, chances are you have tomatoes growing in it. When home-grown, the fruit bursts with flavor and produces a vibrant color that store-bought tomatoes just don't measure up ...

With the end of August almost upon us, many people’s tomato plants will be thriving. However, to get the best tomato harvest, it’s imperative gardeners prune their plants. Pruning tomatoes properly ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Tomato plants can make an excellent addition to a vegetable garden. They're relatively easy to grow and can produce a lot of fruit ...

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Choosing the right tomato plant makes all the difference. From seedling health to climate and space, a few key factors can ...

All gardeners want to get the most out of their tomato plants. But not everyone defines “the most” the same way. And that’s where pruning comes in. There are two sides to this raging controversy. You ...

Q: Do tomatoes need pruning? A: When we first plant our baby tomato plants outside, we will remove the bottom side shoots and dig a hole deep enough to cover several inches of the main stem. If you ...

Q: I’ve kept my 10-foot-tall holly tree 6 to 7 feet wide by shearing and shaping the outside of the bush. Three years ago it began dropping the inside leaves to the point that the inside of the bush ...

A gardening expert has shared top tips when it comes to growing tomatoes, and according to the pro, you'll achieve a plentiful harvest if you follow six tips. Tomatoes are one of the most popular ...

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 ...