how to grow healthy tomatoes in a container
Transplanting Tips for Container Tomatoes. * A 5-gallon container is perfect for the tomato and easy to move if needed. * Clay pots tend to dry out quickly unless they are glazed or painted. * Drill multiple 1/4 inch holes in the bottom of the tomato container. Donât try to get by with just one drainage hole. * Place 2 to 3 inches of gravel in the bottom for drainage. * Fill the container about 3/4 full with bagged potting soil to start. As the container tomato baby grows bigger, add fresh soil to the top to support the growing stem. * Plant 3 or 4 marigolds with each tomato to help keep bugs away. * Container tomatoes should receive full sun (about 8 hours a day).