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Why Do Tomatoes Split?

It is disappointing to grow a beautiful tomato only to have the fruit split as it ripens. Tomatoes often split after a big rain, just as you are ready to harvest. You've watched your tomato plants ...
Why do tomatoes crack on the vine? Everyone who gardens has to deal with this inconvenience - why does this happen and can it be prevented? Cracked tomatoes are much more susceptible to disease. Their ...
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 ...