This is not a substitute for daily attention to the soil moisture. During August, it is time to ripen fruit and this can be hastened by withholding water. Avoid prolonged wilting. Plant Culture Cold soil inhibits plant growth early in the season when rapid plant growth is desirable. The soil along the south side of a building receives reflected radiation that helps warm it sooner in the spring, so this is a good location for tomatoes.
Tomato plants do better when they are trained upright.
The most common method is to stake each plant. The stake should be large enough to support the weight of the plant and fruit against wind. Drive the stake 6 inches to the north of the plant so the roots are not damaged. Tie the plant to the stake with strips of cloth. Trellises and wire cages also can support tomatoes.