WITH FRAGRANT FOLIAGE and ripening orbs of juicy fruit, peak tomato season sings of summer. But a successful harvest depends on navigating weeks of characteristically cool spring weather. I reached ...

Few things can compete with a juicy, flavorful tomato recipe on a hot summer day — especially when you've grown the fruit yourself. It isn't difficult to grow delicious, healthy tomatoes at home, but ...

Tomatoes are a summertime garden favorite. Even in a small vegetable garden, there's a good chance that you have a bit of room for these plants; if outdoor space is really at a premium, tomatoes can ...

Know what kind of tomato plant you're sowing—determinate tomatoes need less space than indeterminate varieties. Determinate tomato varieties do better in containers or raised beds because they do not ...

Mid-July is a good time to evaluate tomato plant progress and make adjustments. Prune excess foliage and remove lower leaves to improve air circulation and reduce disease. Monitor plants for pests and ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A woman picking tomatoes in the garden - Longhua Liao/Getty Images Growing your own tomatoes at home can be very rewarding. You ...

INDIANAPOLIS — Gardening can seem like a daunting task for beginners. But with the right guidance and a little patience, anyone can become a successful gardener. Don’t be afraid to ask for help! Check ...

Tomatoes often top the list of plants people want to grow, but lately, more gardeners are stepping away from them. If you’ve ever struggled with tomato plants, you know how quickly those dreams of ...