Q: I'm keen to try growing tomatoes in buckets this year as I only have a small patio space. Is it possible to get a good crop of tomatoes using this method, and is there anything you need to consider ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Tomato plants (Solanum lycopersicum) are beloved by gardeners, with over 10,000 possible types to grow. These leafy annuals grow ...

A tiny tomato seedling grows exponentially in just a couple of months. And when you've got several seedlings, you need to know how far apart to plant tomatoes in your garden so they all can reach ...

Properly spaced tomatoes are not only healthier, but they produce a much larger harvest than those that are overcrowded, as well as those that are spread too widely! Spacing your tomato plants ...

The weather may not agree, but the gardening season is well underway. For answers to your questions, turn to Ask an Expert, an online question-and-answer tool from Oregon State University’s Extension ...

Tomatoes are one of the most popular vegetables for gardeners, being easy to grow in containers or in the ground. Home-grown tomatoes can offer superb flavor and texture since they don’t have to ...

When it comes to the summer growing season, almost every home gardener likes to add a tomato plant or two to their outdoor spaces. Homegrown tomatoes are a backyard staple for many, but they can be a ...

The tomato might just be the quintessential summer produce. It’s the first thing many new gardeners want to plant, and some growers spend decades trying to perfect it. It’s a staple in cuisines around ...

With growing season just around the corner, local gardening expert Chloe Lieberman offers ideas for cultivating tasty tomatoes in Western North Carolina. Photo by Sarah Tew Spring is near, which means ...

Tomatoes are the stars of summer gardens and farms. Large, juicy heirlooms bring an irreplaceable flavor to BLTs, cherry varieties pop with a tangy sweetness, and paste types bring a solid texture ...