Tomatoes are often the staple of any home vegetable garden and there are ample reasons why. The fruit (often mistakenly considered a vegetable) is tasty, relatively easy to grow and is a versatile ...

Homegrown tomatoes (Solanum lycopersicum) are a delicious reward for the relatively small amount of time and care it takes to nurture them. Their flavor and freshness are unmatched compared to ...

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 ...

09:54, Fri, Aug 1, 2025 Updated: 09:58, Fri, Aug 1, 2025 If you're growing tomatoes in your garden this summer, you'll know how rewarding it feels to get out, pick them, and use them as you cook. Home ...

Tomatoes are the star of the show during summer for gardeners who are successful in growing the juicy red fruits. Many will reap the rewards long after the hot weather fades.

Baking soda can sweeten tomatoes and deter pests, but must be used sparingly to avoid harming plants. A light sprinkle around the base wards off slugs, ants, and aphids, and a diluted spray mix helps ...

INDIANAPOLIS — May in Indiana is 500 time, of course. But it's also the month when Hoosier homeowners and gardeners put their new tomato plants in the ground and begin the months-long nurturing ...

It can be hard to know how to start your backyard garden — how to tend to the fruits, vegetables, herbs and more. Beyond gloves or tools like trowels and shovels, one of the gardening gadgets you’re ...

Just like special people do for us, plants often have companions that bring out the best in them. Pairing up different plants with the right characteristics can save space, provide shade or support, ...

Companion planting enhances tomato growth by deterring pests and improving conditions. Marigolds repel whiteflies, basil wards off aphids and may enhance flavor, while garlic and onions deter various ...