Category: Fruits

Tomatoes can be grown easily in hanging baskets, window boxes, planters, and many other types of containers. To successfully grow tomatoes in pots or containers, simply match the variety you want to a suitable container and provide the proper care. How deep do containers need to be for tomatoes? All kinds of tomatoes are appropriate […]

Starting seeds indoors is optional with many vegetables, but tomato seeds need a constant soil temperature of at least 60 degrees, and preferably 80 degrees, to germinate. Can tomato seeds be started outside? So, can you plant tomato seeds directly in the ground? You can plant tomato seeds directly in the ground if you live […]

To germinate tomato seeds on a paper towel, wet the paper towel until it is damp (not soaking wet). Then, lay out the tomato seeds so that they are separated (not touching). Be sure to keep the paper towel and seeds in a warm place, to encourage faster germination and higher germination rates. How long […]

Seeds don’t need light to germinate, although after germination, you should ideally give the seedlings 14 or more hours of light a day. If you’re growing indoors on a windowsill, be sure to place pots in a warm, sunny spot that gets a good amount of natural light. Should tomato seeds be kept in dark […]

Several days of nighttime temperatures above 70 F and or daytime temperatures above 85 F will cause the plants to abort flowers. Under these temperatures the pollen becomes tacky and nonviable, preventing proper pollination from taking place. At what temp do tomatoes stop setting fruit? Pick fruit early When temps consistently hit the 95-degree range, […]

Horizontal String Trellis Best for determinate varieties (because this system makes pruning difficult), this method sees string running horizontally across a frame, forming a string support on either side of each plant. What is the best trellis for tomatoes? You can use cotton twine or commercial-grade, polymer twine to trellis tomatoes using the “Florida Weave”. […]

Know Temps for Fruit All Summer Another temperature to keep in mind: tomato plants will not survive in temperatures below 35 degrees Fahrenheit, and will not thrive at temperatures below 50 degrees. What temperature is too cold for tomatoes? Low Temperatures Although tomato plants can survive temperatures down to 33 degrees Fahrenheit, they show problems […]

With a little practice, you can expect great results growing tomatoes from seed. Tomato seedlings that enjoy stress-free lives with no serious setbacks quickly adapt to garden life, and few things are more rewarding that harvesting sun ripened tomatoes from plants you started as tiny seeds. How long does it take to grow tomatoes from […]

between 3 and 4 feet tall. Sizes of Vine Tomato Plants Typically growing between 3 and 4 feet tall, determinate tomato plants are suitable for container or indoor growing. Even smaller, some determinate tomato plants are also dwarf varieties growing only 2 feet tall. Determinate tomato plants stop growing once they produce flowers. How tall […]

A: You can leave your grow lights on 24 hours for your tomato and pepper starts but you shouldn’t. More better to give these upstarts 6 – 8 hours of darkness. Position the lights ~2″ from the plant tops to guard against them getting leggy. Can you give tomatoes 24 hours of light? Yes, tomatoes […]

It is true that your seedlings need bright light to grow healthy and strong—but, too bright a LED light could actually damage them if it’s too close – plus, seedlings also need a period of darkness in order to thrive. Generally, pepper seedlings should receive roughly 12 to 16 hours of light a day. How […]

The quality of your tomatoes will improve if you use LED grow lights for tomatoes with a customized spectrum. The right combination of red and blue LEDs provides faster ripening, higher yields and a more uniform plant balance. Furthermore, the tomatoes have more weight and a better flavor. How close should LED grow lights be […]

Garden favorites, tomato plants (Lycopersicon spp.) are fast growing and produce high yields of fruits. In order to support their rapid growth and development, tomato plants need a steady supply of food, which they glean from soil nutrients and well-timed applications of fertilizer throughout the growing season. How fast do tomatoes take to grow? Tomatoes […]

Tomato plants need at least 6-8 hours of darkness each day. Can tomatoes grow without sunlight? Tomato plants can still bear fruit with less sunlight, but they will not be as productive. Tomato plants can grow indoors without direct sunlight if you provide the right type of artificial light. How many hours of light do […]

Yes, tomatoes can grow in 24 hours of light, but that does not mean they should. Tomatoes, just like other plants, need a day-night cycle to grow optimally. Do tomatoes need a dark period? Tomato plants need at least 6-8 hours of darkness each day. Can you leave grow lights on 24 hours a day […]

Tomato fruits can reach that mature green stage as quickly as 25 days after pollination and can remain in that stage another 20 to 25 days. Can you leave tomatoes on the vine too long? It really depends on the variety. Some can stay on the vine for a long time after they’re ripe (how […]

Tomato seeds don’t necessarily need to be soaked before they are planted. But if you want your tomato seeds to germinate more quickly after they are planted, a good soak will do just the trick. The water softens the seed and can cut germination time down to a few days. How long do you soak […]