For most vegetable gardeners, tomatoes are the rock stars of the summer harvest, and late May and early June is the ideal time for planting these warm-season favorites. Whether you grow sun gold ...

The tomato might just be the quintessential summer produce. It’s the first thing many new gardeners want to plant, and some growers spend decades trying to perfect it. It’s a staple in cuisines around ...

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

Tomatoes are one of the most popular vegetables to grow and for a good reason. Growing tomatoes is fun, whether you’re four or 74, and they taste delicious, too. There’s nothing like seeing the small ...

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 ...

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 ...

Today, I'm going to let others speak for me. I've been around growing tomatoes since I was 8 years old. My dad had a garden that fed all nine of us -- and then some. The geese and my horse, Red, (I ...

When choosing tomato seedlings, check the plant's leaves and stems for any discoloration or infection to reduce future issues. Consider using stakes or cages to keep your plants off the ground and to ...

Tomatoes and disease has always been a hot topic for gardeners but I challenge why we worry so much about trying to keep them ...

There was a time when I would scoop out the seeds and gel from the inside of a tomato, because I didn’t like the texture. I know now that I was throwing away both flavor and nutrition — and I’ve ...