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November 18, 2023

Best Fertilizer for Tomatoes: Tips for Maximum Yield

When it comes to feeding your tomatoes, I always recommend a liquid fertilizer or a granular one that dissolves in water. These…

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thermometer showing 123 degree reading next to tomato plant
December 14, 2022

How to grow better tomatoes in hot weather

Hot weather is the enemy of tomatoes. I live in Southern California and hot temps, especially inland, begin to ramp up as…

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Mulch surrounds base of tomato plants

Mulch tomatos with straw during hot weather

What is mulching? In your regular backyard soil/raised beds, mulching is adding a three, four or even five inches deep of a…

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