How to Grow Tomatoes

Planting Tomatoes Seeds

Sow Seeds Indoors: 6 week(s) before last frost
Days to Germinate: 6-8 days
Seed Planting Depth: 1/2"
Germination Optimum Soil Temperature: 80 degrees

Growing Tomatoes

Plant Seedlings Outside: 2 week(s) after last frost
Spacing Between Plants: 2-3 feet apart (3 recommended)
Spacing Between Rows: 2-5 feet
Good Companions: Asparagus, Basil , Bush Beans, Cabbage Family, Carrot, Celery, Chives, Cucumber, Garlic, Lettuce, Marigold, Mint, Nasturtium, Onion, Parsley, Pepper
Bad Companions: Pole Beans, Dill, Fennel, Potato
Optimum Soil Temperature for Growing: 70 degrees
pH Range: 5.8-7.0
Water Requirements: Moderate to high during growth, low during harvest
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