The best late season tomato varieties to grow in your garden. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Image by Mary Pahlke from Pixabay Growing tomatoes later in the…
Steps to Take to Ripen Green Tomatoes
How to ripen green tomatoes. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Not all green tomatoes will ripen off the vine, but there are some steps you can take,…
How to Grow Eggplants in Containers
…plants will grow in containers as well, but you’ll need to trellis them. Two-ring tomato cages work best. Eggplants love sun, so find a spot with at least 6 hours…
Plants That Will Thrive in Dry Soil
…all low maintenance and love being grown in dry soil. Some dry soil loving vegetables include beans and peas, okra, egg plant, and tomato. Most fruits prefer to be grown…
Common Diseases that Can Dampen Your Summer Tomato Crops
The tomato plant disease known as late blight occurs during periods of cool, rainy weather that may come at the end of a growing season. It looks almost like frost…
Tomato Plant Diseases to Watch Out for this Summer
Nothing will ruin a tomato crop plant than diseases like leaf spots and blights that can pop up and ruin your garden party. Don’t let these potential problems scare you…
Processing Tomatoes, Walnuts See Slight Forecast Increase
The National Agricultural Statistics Service issued its latest estimates for California processing tomatoes and Walnuts, and both show a slight increase over 2019. NASS said processors are reporting contracts for totaling…
Tips for Growing Warmer Container Vegetables
…flexibility in warm climates because it allows you to move tender heat-loving vegetables like peppers, cucumbers, and tomatoes indoors during frosty nights, as well as move heat-averse veggies like salad…
Spot and Get Rid of Spider Mites in Your Garden
Spider mites on a tomato plant. Cathy Isom has a few great tips for you about how to spot and get rid of spider mites in your garden. That’s coming…
Common Mistakes for Growing Tomatoes in Containers
Continuing her series, Cathy Isom reviews some common mistakes for growing tomatoes in containers. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Common Mistakes for Growing Tomatoes in Containers Growing…
Tips for Growing Tomatoes in Containers
…grow cherry tomato varieties such as Tumbling Tom Tomato or Patio Choice Yellow Tomato. Always put the tomato plant deeper to make the plant well-rooted for better growth. Unless you…
A Go-To Foundational Fungicide For Tomato Growers
Planning a disease prevention program for costly tomato diseases requires careful consideration of active ingredients and appropriate rates. Because the risk of disease is always present for tomato growers, it’s…
Tips for Growing Tomatoes in Containers
…Tomatoes in Containers Tomatoes are not the easiest, but they are a favorite plant to grow. Growing tomatoes in containers can be hugely satisfying or a flat-out disaster. Sometimes there is…
Caring for Your Full-Grown Tomato Plants
Continuing her series on tomatoes, Cathy Isom has a few tips for you about caring for your full grown tomato plants. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Caring…