Some ghastly garden scenarios, like my mint mishap, are clearly our own fault, but the blame for others can fall squarely on ...

The pumpkin’s name was Muggle and it weighed as much as a bull moose. At 2,819 pounds and over 21 feet in circumference, this ...

This beginners guide shows how to transplant a tomato plant from one garden bed to another with tips on how this can be done at minimal risk to the tomato plant so it has the best chance to do well in ...

Choosing the right tomato plant makes all the difference. From seedling health to climate and space, a few key factors can ...

If you tried your hand at growing tomatoes this summer, you likely have a produce bowl overflowing with plump, juicy fruit. As the hot weather winds down, you might be wondering how long your tomato ...

The summer is wrapping up and the tomato growing season is coming to a close. The Chicago Tomato Man is back with fresh tips to help you savor every last bite of your homegrown harvest.

Q: How do I care for my tomato plants in the hottest part of the summer? At what point do they start to produce tomatoes again? Tomatoes can continue to thrive in hot summer weather, but they will ...

Any tomatoes currently on the plant as summer winds down are likely to ripen nicely in the next month or so. Current blossoms, however, may lead to good tomatoes, mealy tasteless tomatoes or none at ...

SAUGUS — After much trial and error, Bob Seelley, an avid gardener in town, placed his giant tomato on the certified scale at J. Pace and Son to see if he had finally beaten the record for the biggest ...

There's nothing more rewarding than growing your own fruit and vegetables, which is why it's so frustrating when they don't grow as they're supposed to. If you've ever harvested your own tomatoes, you ...