What says summer more than a fresh, juicy tomato? Not much. So, it's no surprise that even people without big backyards are growing tomatoes in containers. However, choosing the right container could ...

Learn how to grow better tomatoes by avoiding common mistakes, choosing the right containers, and watering consistently.

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A. While there are many benefits to growing in containers, the biggest drawback is water retention. A tomato planted in the ground, or even in a raised bed, has the luxury of spreading its roots far ...

Growing tomatoes is one of the most rewarding aspects of gardening. But waiting for that first ripe tomato can test even the ...

Last year I made a small attempt at growing mainly vegetables and a few flowers in containers. I still have questions: When ...

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When it comes to weather, this has been a really tough growing season. Growing tomatoes in a container in 90-plus degree weather is not easy. I’ve had to water my pot of tomats twice a day to keep ...