It is important to stake a tomato plant to ensure the fruits are undamaged and you get the best harvest possible. No matter what type of tomato you are growing, they will benefit from being supported ...

Tomato plants have a naturally sprawling growth habit that need support if you want to get better harvests and healthier plants. There are lots of tomato cages and staking options on the market and ...

If you're growing your own tomatoes this season, it's time to get creative with some smart tomato trellis ideas. While tomato cages are a familiar choice, there's a whole range of alternative ...

Late May and early June are an important period for one of home gardener’s favorite crops – tomatoes. Kansas State University horticultural expert Cynthia Domenghini said tomatoes need support to ...

Q: The great debate - cage or stake the tomatoes? My immigrant Italian grandfather used a stake and old, cotton T-shirt pieces to keep his tomato plants up. His garden was spectacular. But my neighbor ...

Florida (or String) weaving is a good method for training and supporting long rows of tomato plants. All you need is a simple handmade tool, stakes, and twine. At the Seven Springs MOTHER EARTH NEWS ...

My vegetable garden is small but sufficient, cranking out a lot of produce from just a few beds. Creating and providing structures for support is necessary for several crops, like beans, cucumbers and ...