Growing Tomatoes is Just About to Get
Easier
The tomato is a wonderfully versatile
plant that repays any care and attention it is given.
Following the simple but important guidelines in this
book and by adopting the tips and tricks described for
caring for tomatoes, you should ensure you can grow and
enjoy a splendid crop of tomatoes,
even as an
absolute beginner. Whether you plan to grow tomatoes
in your garden, in a greenhouse, or in pots on the
patio, this book will guide you through the complete
growing process using suggestions handed down through
the generations from father to son.
The tomatoes that
result should be wholesome, healthy and taste better
than almost any mass-produced one.
Tomato Plants
The varieties of tomato plants you
grow at home can be diversified and adjusted to suit
your need for a tastier tomatoes. Unlike the store
bought tomatoes, the emphasis is on how good they taste,
how fresh they are and how you want to eat them. There
is no need to worry about shelf life or transportation
damage, or a need to sacrifice taste to ensure they look
pristine on the supermarket shelves after their journey.
The only journey your tomatoes will need to take is from
the garden to the kitchen. And lets face it there is no
better tasting tomato than one that is picked
straight from the vine and on your plate in a matter of
minutes. That is why tomato gardening is so rewarding.
Growing Tomatoes - What's Covered
You may
live in the USA, the UK or Australia, but the method
for growing tomatoes follows a similar process. Without
doubt some things will need to be adapted slightly for
where you live and your climate, but the following
topics will cover your options and will lead you to a
successful crop of tomatoes:
- Selecting seed and plant types
- Your tomato planting schedule
- Growing tomatoes from seed
- Planting tomatoes
- How to use a greenhouse
- Best ways to support your tomato plants
- Tomato pruning, watering and feeding
- Pest control and dealing with problems
- Ripening and using tomatoes
Hopefully you
will agree its a comprehensive guide to growing tomatoes
that will potentially be your point of reference for
years to come. Make sure you enjoy eating your tomatoes,
fresh, straight from your own garden or
greenhouse. Included are photographs, interesting facts
and references to numerous sources of information for
additional reading. Excellent value as a dedicated work
of reference.
