What are some great tips for growing cherry tomatoes outside?
There are a few primary things to get right for growing any tomato variety that will help ensure success: 1. Choose only strong tomato seedlings with no blossoms, not root bound in a too-small pot, thick stems, and no yellowing leaves. 2. Water your tomato plants regularly and try to maintain even soil moisture. Don’t wait until the leaves wilt before watering. About an inch per week is a good start but of course this could vary depending on your location. 3. Choose a planting location with 8 hours or more of sunlight. An exception to this rule would be if your climate is very hot. 4. Spread 3- to 4-inches of organic mulch around your tomato plants after the weather warms. Good mulches include dry grass clippings, straw, chopped leaves, wood chips, etc. This will help in suppressing weeeds, help retain soil moisture, reduce soil temperature, and add nutrients to the soil. 5. Prefertilize the soil a few days prior to planting. Mix organics such as manure or compost, or a commercial 5-10
