Growing healthy tomatoes is actually quite easy, if you follow some simple steps. If you’re looking for some tips on how to grow plump, juicy tomatoes, then you’ve come to the right place. When it comes to growing tomatoes, it’s literally all about finding the right spot.

Growing Plump Tomatoes

When you are going to plant tomatoes, the first thing you need to do is pick a spot where they will get approximately 10 hours of direct sunlight during the summer time. Ensure that you leave a little bit of space between each plant, so air can circulate. If you have planted them in a planter, and not directly into the ground, rotate the plants a couple of times throughout their growth period. This helps to fight early blight and keeps plants growing straight.

Completely soak your tomato bed once every week, but not on the leaves. Soak only the soil, and do so at the height of the summer period. If you must use a sprinkler, you need to make sure you don’t water when there is direct sunlight or this will burn the leaves.  But at the same time you want to make sure that it’s warm enough that the water doesn’t just sit on the leaves.

Keep on the lookout for tomatoes that are not coming in properly, or are not growing as they should be with the rest of the bunch. If you find a couple, ensure that you cut them off and take them out. This ensures that the overall plant will focus more on the tomatoes that are coming in nicely and as they should.

Once your tomatoes have full color, they’re ready to harvest. After about three weeks, plant another set. This helps your harvest come frequently throughout the summer.

The Secret to Perfect Tomatoes

One of the biggest secrets when it comes to growing perfect tomatoes is that the runts need to be cut from the crop.  You also want to trim away the lower branches and leaves that are just taking energy away from fruit production.  The above tips will help to ensure a bountiful harvest.