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Beat the Heat with These Tips: Keep Your Tomato Plants Healthy Despite Rising Temperatures in Central Indiana

As temperatures in Central Indiana are set to rise next week, many tomato growers may be worried about their plants. With the heat wave expected to last for over 1.5 weeks, it is important to take steps now to ensure that your tomatoes can withstand the higher temperatures and

MULCHING

Tomato Farming in Hot Weather: Tips & Strategies to Help Tomatoes Thrive

The summer heat can be a challenge for tomato farmers. High temperatures during the day and warm nights can disrupt biological processes in plants, leading to reduced blossom set and fruit production. Thankfully, there are ways to help tomatoes survive the heat and continue producing. Mulching is an effective way

COVER CROPS

Gardening Tips for a Successful Cover Crop in 2021

Cover crops are a great way to enrich soil and provide nutrients for plants. 2021 has seen an increase in the use of cover crops, with many gardeners opting for mixed cover crop varieties such as winter rye, yellow clover, hairy vetch, buckwheat and alfalfa seed. Daikon radish is also

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Prevent Blossom End Rot in Tomato Plants - A Guide for Gardeners

Blossom End Rot (BER) is a common problem among tomato growers. It is characterized by dark, leathery spots on the blossom end of the fruit. Although BER can start at any point on the fruit, it usually begins at the blossom end and works its way inward. The cause of

WATERING

How to Water Tomato Plants in Rows Effectively | Drip Line, Soaker Hose & Manual Options

Watering tomatoes in rows can be a tricky task. The wrong method can cause fruit splitting and weed growth, while the right one will give you an abundant harvest. So what is the best way to water your tomato plants? Drip lines are often considered the most effective option. They

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Tips for Successful Tomato Production: Increase Your Chances with the Right Nutrients, Watering and Lighting

Tomato plants are a great way to get fresh produce, but the production can be affected by many factors. Weather and temperature play a big role in tomato production, as does management practices. Determinate tomatoes have a set limit on how many tomatoes they will produce, while indeterminate tomatoes do

FERTILIZING

Getting the Most Out of Your Seedlings: How to Fertilize, Water and Provide Light for Healthy Growth

Withering lower leaves on 4-6 wk. seedlings is a common problem for many gardeners, and can be caused by a variety of factors. It usually occurs when the seedlings have about 3 good sets of true leaves and the lower leaves start to wither and fall off. This can be