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 ...

Always mulch around tomato plants to block soil-borne diseases and help retain moisture while keeping weeds down. Water consistently at the base using a soaker hose to prevent diseases like ...

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 ...

If you tried your hand at growing tomatoes this summer, you likely have a produce bowl overflowing with plump, juicy fruit. As the hot weather winds down, you might be wondering how long your tomato ...

Some of our onions have bolted too early and the bulbs have stopped growing. What should I do to prevent this? Onion bulbs do stop growing once it has "bolted" (set seed), so it is good to deadhead ...

Regardless of type, tomatoes are hungry plants that need well prepared soil, with plenty of compost and manure dug in. Add a balanced organic fertiliser, like blood & bone, which will provide plenty ...

GOLDEN VALLEY, Minn. — Watering tomato plants correctly is crucial for healthy growth and optimal fruit production. Tomato plants have specific water needs that vary depending on their growth stage, ...

SEATTLE — Gardening expert Ciscoe Morris says you don't have to have a lot of space to grow tasty tomatoes — you can do it in a pot. But, there are some extra ingredients you need to add while ...

Nothing is more rewarding than growing your own juicy tomatoes. This is especially the case when you can easily pick fresh, homegrown fruit straight from the vine onto your plate. But while it might ...