Tomatoes grow on small plants in areas with direct sunlight. As seeds, they germinate best in warm temperatures. Within 2 months, they fully mature and start producing fruit until the weather becomes ...

Tomato plants (Solanum lycopersicum) are beloved by gardeners, with over 10,000 possible types to grow. These leafy annuals grow juicy, flavorful fruits in shades of red, yellow, orange, purple, pink, ...

The tomato might just be the quintessential summer produce. It’s the first thing many new gardeners want to plant, and some ...

In 2020, scientists announced the discovery of the missing link between modern tomatoes and their wild ancestors. Using genome sequencing, a wild species in Ecuador and Peru was confirmed as long as ...

A basket full of freshly picked cherry tomatoes sitting among some tomato plants - La Huertina De Toni/Shutterstock Whether you're a seasoned tomato grower or just a beginner, these delicious summer ...

A few years ago, I planted pepper seeds for the first time to make my own paprika. This small start sent me on a journey from my bathroom window to a small growing tent in my closet and eventually to ...

This is the time of year most gardeners are planting their warm-season vegetable crops if they haven’t already. So let’s talk about one crop that is likely in every vegetable garden: tomatoes. I ...

A tomato plant (Solanum lycopersicum) can be an attractive addition to any home garden. Both container and ground plants produce interesting green foliage of varying shapes, as well as pretty yellow ...