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San Marzano: The Tomato That Stole My Heart
As an avid tomato gardener, let me tell you: San Marzano tomatoes are nothing short of magical. These oblong, bright-red beauties are the secret ingredient behind the best pasta sauce …
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Growing Tomatoes for Flavor
If you ask gardeners why they grow tomatoes, they’ll say things like freshness, abundance, or self-reliance. But if you listen carefully—really carefully—you’ll hear the truth underneath it all:
They’re chasing flavor.
Not …
Tomato Diseases and Disorders
If pests feel like uninvited guests, diseases and disorders feel more personal.
They show up quietly.
They look alarming.
And they often send gardeners spiraling toward worst-case conclusions.
Here’s the reassuring truth:
Most tomato “diseases” …
Growing Tomatoes in Containers
If there’s one myth I’d like to retire for good, it’s this:
“You need a big garden to grow great tomatoes.”
You don’t.
Some of the most productive, flavorful tomatoes I’ve ever grown …
Cherokee Purple Tomatoes: A Gardener’s Delight with a Hint of Mystery
Ah, the Cherokee Purple tomato—part heirloom, part legend, and wholly delicious. This distinctive tomato is said to trace its roots back to the Cherokee Nation, passed down through generations before …
Introducing the Tomato Gardening Made Easy Special Issue
Nothing beats the satisfaction of biting into a sun-warmed tomato fresh from your own garden–that perfect balance of sweetness and acidity that store-bought varieties simply can’t match. Our Tomato Gardening …
5 Best Tomatoes for Salsa
Do you love salsa? If so, you're definitely not alone. This delicious Mexican dish is enjoyed by millions of people all around the world. And if you're looking to make …
5 Easy Homemade Salsa Recipes to Kick Up Your Snack Game
I've decided that this post is so that you never need to stare at a sad bag of dry tortilla chips every again. And sure, you could grab that dusty …
The 5 Best Tomatoes for Salsa
Do you love salsa? If so, you're definitely not alone. This delicious Mexican dish is enjoyed by millions of people all around the world. And if you're looking to make …
