Q: I live in the Green Valley area and my cherry tomato plants are 4 feet tall and somewhat scraggly. Some blooms and a few fruit. My question: Is it too early to prune back and how much to prune, ...

IT’S MID-JUNE and many vegetable gardeners have already moved on to pruning their tomato plants, instead of transplanting them. It’s far too late in the year to plant more tomato seedlings. Or is it?

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 ...

Jul. 25—The best way make a tomato plant thrive, whether beef steak or cherry, is to have consistency. "Tomatoes do like the summer months," said Elephant Rock Garden Supply Co. CFO and Product ...

Of all the veggies to come out of a home garden, fresh tomatoes are among the most commonly prized. From big, juicy heirlooms to snackably sweet cherries, homegrown tomatoes come in a range of ...