Pests love tomatoes just as much as humans do. Identifying tomato pests can be tricky, as some pests are so small that you’ll never see them, only the signs that they've eaten your tomatoes. This list ...
There are few crops more satisfying to harvest than fresh homegrown tomatoes; it is one of the reasons why they are top of many people’s favorite crops to grow at home. So it is important to do ...
Many gardeners know how rewarding it is to grow and harvest tomatoes. But just as deflating is seeing your hard work go to waste due to bugs dining on your fruits. Anyone with experience growing this ...
When choosing tomato seedlings, check the plant's leaves and stems for any discoloration or infection to reduce future issues. Consider using stakes or cages to keep your plants off the ground and to ...
Growing a vegetable garden is plenty of work on its own without worrying that your efforts will be ruined by hungry pests. One of the crops where this is the biggest concern is tomatoes, which attract ...
Keep your tomatoes thriving by learning to identify and manage common pests. Keep your tomatoes thriving by learning to identify and manage pests like phids, hornworm caterpillars and brown marmorated ...
Last week, we discussed tomato diseases. This week, we will cover pests just as destructive: insects. Damage to plants via insects, animals, or harsh environmental conditions can leave open wounds for ...
Garden columnist Dan Gill answers readers' questions each week. To send a question, email Gill at [email protected]. I think I'm getting stink-bug damage on my long-awaited ripe tomatoes.
For this gardener, the physical act of gardening, within moments relinquishes burden of daily life and its challenges: A hectic schedule, pursuing a career, managing a farm and juggling cumbersome ...