Tomatoes growing in a garden are covered in beads of water. - Susumu Yoshioka/Getty Images Tomatoes (Solanum lycopersicum) are a culinary staple, and for good reason. A tomato offers nearly 20% of ...

Tomato plants are sensitive to cold temperatures. Tomatoes should be planted in late spring after the threat of frost has passed. Wait until soil temperature consistently measures above 60°F. With the ...

Tomato plants have a naturally sprawling growth habit that need support if you want to get better harvests and healthier plants. There are lots of tomato cages and staking options on the market and ...