Beginners Guide to Growing Tomato Plants
GROWING PLANTS Chris Harvey GROWING PLANTS Chris Harvey

Beginners Guide to Growing Tomato Plants

Growing tomato plants can be a rewarding experience, whether you're a beginner or an experienced gardener. Here's a beginner's guide to help you grow healthy and productive tomato plants from start to finish, including heirloom / heritage tomatoes, hybrid tomatoes, determinate tomatoes and indeterminate tomatoes.

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Tomato Fertilisers / Fertilizers - NPK - Nitrogen (N), Phosphorus(P), Potassium (K)
GROWING PLANTS Chris Harvey GROWING PLANTS Chris Harvey

Tomato Fertilisers / Fertilizers - NPK - Nitrogen (N), Phosphorus(P), Potassium (K)

Tomato fertilizers are designed to provide essential nutrients that tomatoes need for healthy growth and high yields. Fertilizers typically contain a mix of macronutrients (nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium) and micronutrients (calcium, magnesium, sulfur, and trace elements). Understanding the role of these ingredients helps in choosing the right fertilizer for your tomato plants.

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Plants: Solanaceae Family
GROWING PLANTS Chris Harvey GROWING PLANTS Chris Harvey

Plants: Solanaceae Family

The Solanaceae family, commonly known as the nightshade family, is a diverse and economically significant family of flowering plants. It includes a wide range of species, many of which are important in agriculture, medicine, and horticulture.

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How to Measure Moisture Content of Tomato Seeds
GROWING PLANTS Chris Harvey GROWING PLANTS Chris Harvey

How to Measure Moisture Content of Tomato Seeds

Measuring the moisture content of tomato seeds is an important step for determining their viability and ensuring proper storage conditions. If seeds are stored with too much moisture, they are prone to mould, fungal growth, and premature germination, which can reduce their shelf life and viability. Conversely, seeds that are too dry may have reduced vigor.

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