Tomato Talk: Stake Plants to Keep Fruit Off Ground, Reduce Risk of Disease

Tomato is undoubtedly the most popular vegetable fruit in the vegetable garden

Tomato Talk: Stake plants to keep fruit off ground, reduce risk of disease

K-State horticulture expert outlines options for giving tomatoes a lift  Late May and early June are an important period for one of home gardener’s favorite crops – tomatoes. Kansas State University horticultural expert Cynthia Domenghini said tomatoes need support to remain upright. If left to grow on the ground, she notes, tomatoes receive less airflow and are at greater risk for disease. “Support structures keep the fruit off the ground, whic…

Why Calcium Matters For Tomato Plants: Prevent Disease & Increase Yields

Find out how to maximize your harvest and prevent dreaded diseases such as blossom end rot by increasing calcium for tomato plants.