In spite of what the calendar says, Memorial Day weekend is really the start of summer. School's out, the pools are open, it's the beginning of picnics, barbeques and of course tomato plants. Judging by the number of tomato plants we sell, every house in the metro area must plant several. It's one of the most rewarding vegetables to grow, and nothing tastes better than fresh tomatoes right off the vine.
Tomato plants love a hot sunny place.
They don't grow much until the soil warms up, so now is the right time to plant them. They already have a good start and will produce early. Plant them deep so that the bottom leaves are just above the ground. A half-cup of triple super phosphate will insure more and larger fruit, feed regularly throughout the season with super bloom. Tomato plants need to be supported - the circular tomato cages are the most popular but need to be put in when the plants are small since they are narrow at the bottom and won't fit over large plants.