Category: Fruits

Tomatoes borderline acidic, and it depends on the variety. Some are more or less acidic than others. The USDA says: Although tomatoes usually are considered an acid food, some are now known to have pH values slightly above 4.6. 1 Are tomatoes high in acids? Which tomatoes are least acidic? Here are our low acid […]

Watering. The concentration of acid and sugar in a tomato will affect its flavor. More water means a lower concentration, and less water means a higher concentration. A lack of water can cause more acidic tomatoes, as well as nutrient deficiencies in your plants. How do you reduce the acidity in tomatoes? Tomatoes are very […]

Cherry tomatoes are a small variety of tomato that is named for its shape which resembles a cherry. Why is it called a cherry tomato? Cherry tomatoes get their name because they’re the size and shapes of cherries. These little round tomatoes are juicy, sweet, and have thin skins. Since they have a high water […]

Canned tomatoes and tomato paste tend to be the most acidic, with readings sitting at 3.5 at their highest acidity. What tomatoes are most acidic? High acid and low sugar tomatoes tend to be very tart or sour. Brandywine, Stupice, and Zebra are all tomato varieties that are high acid. Most people’s prime tomato has […]

The characteristic sweet-sour taste of tomato and its overall flavor intensity are due to the following components: reducing sugars (fructose and glucose), free acids (mainly citric’ acid), their ratio, as well as some volatile substances, not identified so far, and the interplay between the above-mentioned groups of Is tomato considered sour? High acid and low […]

Remember that tomato leaves have a saw-like or jagged edge that surrounds the entire leaf. Look for compound leaves, another characteristic of tomato plants. Compound leaves have multiple leaflets originating from a common stalk. Examine the leaves and notice whether there’s a fuzzy feel when you touch them. How can I tell which tomato plant […]

Unless you plan to save seeds, cross-pollination isn’t a major worry. If you’re only growing for fun or plan to experiment with different heirloom tomato plants every season, skip the precautions and just let nature do it’s thing. The chances of tomatoes cross-pollinating naturally is less than 10 percent. How do you keep heirloom tomatoes […]

How to Grow Heirloom Tomatoes From Seed. Heirloom tomatoes are easy to grow from seed and it’s a great way to get a jump start on the season. Use moist, sterile potting soil mix, and sprinkle a few seeds so they are about 1/4 inch deep into the dirt. Cover the seeds with the mix […]

dry, store them in an airtight container. If you keep them dry, tomato seeds should last at least five years. If they are dry and cool (in airtight jars in the basement, garage, etc), they can keep for 10 to 12 years. Will 20 year old tomato seeds grow? Yes! If tomato seeds are appropriately […]

The determinate tomato plant is often grown in a cage or even without support, as it has a more compact shape. The determinate tomato varieties also produce most of their fruit on the terminal end. The indeterminate tomato varieties have much longer stem growth, which continues to grow until cold weather arrives. How can I […]

Meanwhile, grape tomatoes have an oblong shape—similar to the shape of watermelons or the grapes for which they are named. They’re usually smaller than cherry tomatoes. Which are bigger cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes? Grape tomatoes are oblong and shaped like grapes. They’re about half the size of cherry tomatoes, with thicker skins. What are […]

How to Grow Cherry Tomatoes Common Name Cherry tomato Plant Type Annual, fruit Size 4–8 ft. tall, 1–3 ft. wide Sun Exposure Full sun Soil Type Loamy, well-drained How big do mini tomato plants get? 5 to 8 inchesMicro Tom Tomato– This is the mini tomato that started it all. Bred at the University of […]

3. Roma tomatoes. Roma tomatoes are larger than cherry and grape tomatoes but not large enough to be used for slicing. Are Roma tomatoes big or small? Prized for its use in tomato paste and sauces, Roma produces a large harvest of thick-walled, meaty, bright red, egg-shaped tomatoes about 3 Inches Long and with few […]

Mini tomatoes, also called micro tomatoes, are cultivars genetically developed for their compact size. All parts of the plant– stem, leaves, and fruit– are smaller than typical garden dwarf varieties. Which tomato plants are small? Micro Tom Tomatoes Micro Tom is the world’s smallest variety of tomato plant, reaching heights between six and eight inches […]

Mini tomatoes, also called micro tomatoes, are cultivars genetically developed for their compact size. All parts of the plant– stem, leaves, and fruit– are smaller than typical garden dwarf varieties. What are micro dwarf tomatoes? Micro dwarf tomatoes, also called micro or mini tomatoes, are diminutive tomato plants that bear edible fruit. These compact vines […]

Grape Tomatoes They’re smaller and bite-sized like cherry tomatoes, but they’re oblong in shape like plum tomatoesplum tomatoesA plum tomato, also known as a processing tomato or paste tomato, is a type of tomato bred for sauce and packing purposes.https://en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Plum_tomato Which tomatoes are the smallest? “The World’s Smallest Tomato”, The Tomberry® […]

Green Tomato Varieties Green Zebra tomato. Cherokee Green tomato. Aunt Ruby’s German cherry tomato. Green Grape tomato. What are the small green tomatoes? Tomatillos, sometimes called husk tomatoes, look like green, unripe tomatoes with a dry, leafy husk that wraps around the outside. Why are my tomatoes small and green? The most common cause for […]

12 SMALL TOMATO VARIETIES. Tiny Tim. Tiny Tim is a compact tomato variety that is ideal for containers or tubs. Cherry Cocktail. Another small tomato variety is cherry cocktail , which produces small bite-sized tomatoes that are full of flavor. Golden Nugget. Golden Grape. Tumbling Tom. Green Grape. Baby Red Pear. Which tomatoes are the […]

Green tomatoes are rich in vitamin K and help in normalising blood clotting. Also, these tomatoes maintain bone strength and density as well. Is eating green tomatoes healthy? Ripe green tomatoes are a very good source of vitamins A and C and potassium. They also contain iron, calcium, dietary fiber, magnesium, and other minerals. Unripe […]

That first taste of a perfectly ripe, fresh off the vine, sun-warmed tomato is pure awesomeness! We’ll take you through growing tomatoes from planting to harvest without chemicals, plus companion plants and organic fertilizer tips to give you tons of tomatoes. How do you grow organic tomatoes? Building soil with a combination of cover crops, […]