It is quite unfortunate and disappointing for a gardener to raise a tomato plant, then suddenly it starts to wilt and die before producing the fruits. A tomato plant can die prematurely due to lack of water, viral and fungal infections, lack of nutrients, inadequate light, pests, and toxicity. However, a dying tomato plant can…
Pollination is the transfer of pollen grains from the male part of the flower, called the stamen, to the female part known as the pistil. Flowers can be male, female, or complete. A tomato plant has a complete flower. This means that it has both male and female parts within the same flower. This simply…
Blight is a fungal disease that commonly affects tomato plants. It thrives well in damp and warm conditions. It systematically destroys the plant by killing the leaves, stems, and fruit tissues. Without treatment, this infection can be detrimental. Dark spots on the tomato leaves, stems, and fruits are the telltale signs that your plants may…
Are your tomato plants’ leaves browning and curling? As a gardener, it can be quite frustrating to realize things are not going well in your garden as anticipated. However, having some knowledge of the causes and signs of tomato leaves turning brown and curling can make it easier to come up with a solution or…
Have you noticed some leaves are turning yellow on your tomato plant? There are different reasons why tomato leaves may turn yellow. Sometimes it is natural, while in other cases, it may be an indication that there is something serious that requires urgent measures. Yellow spots on tomato leaves can result from a simple thing,…
It is so satisfying to eat fresh and juicy tomatoes picked from your own garden. However, there are various challenges you are likely to encounter when raising the tomato plant from a seedling to a mature, productive plant. Some of the challenges, like flowers falling off, can be scary and discouraging, especially if you don’t…
Have you decided to start tomato gardening, and you are wondering how long you will continue harvesting the fruits before the plant dies? Naturally, tomato plants can only live 6 to 8 months from the time the seeds are planted, mature, and harvested. However, the lifespan of a tomato plant may vary depending on your…
Are you intending to grow tomatoes, but you are limited by your outdoor space? Do not worry, if you have some extra space near your kitchen window, then you are good to go ahead and try indoor tomato gardening. Tomatoes can be grown indoors as long as you have ideal conditions that support the healthy…
Tomato plants depend on the sun for energy and the production of carbohydrates through the process of photosynthesis. The term photosynthesis is derived from two words, i.e., photo, which means light, and synthesis, for the production of sugars. So, how much sun do tomato plants need? For healthy growth and high-yielding production in tomatoes, the…
Tomatoes are among the common vegetables grown in our gardens. This is attributed to the fact that they are relatively easy to care for and maintain. Watering is among the crucial care that tomato plants require throughout the season. The amount of water a tomato plant needs is determined by various factors like the stage…