Before you buy tomatoes for planting, it is important to consider some of the nuances. In the article, you will learn what is important to check and consider before buying.
Choose plants without flowers and fruits
Such seedlings will give energy to flowering and fruit ripening, and not rooting.
As the plant develops a healthy root system, you will have a richer tomato crop.
You can also pinch off the flowers and fruit from the plant before planting.
Check seedlings for pests
Check the underside of the leaves for whiteflies.
They look like little white triangles.
These pests suck juice from tomato leaves.
If you notice that, the integrity of the leaves or stems is uneven in color or texture, set this plant aside.
Check Freeze Dates
Tomatoes die due to low temperatures. Therefore, it is important to check the dates of the last frosts on the Internet.
Plant seedlings when the spring frosts are behind.
Consider the variety of tomatoes
Depending on the variety, the method of cultivation and care will depend.
For example, the determinate tomato grows into a large bush, matures quickly and is suitable for growing in containers.
Indeterminate tomatoes grow constantly, climb, and need to be supported by branches with pegs or ties.
By following these recommendations when choosing tomato seedlings, you will have a rich harvest of vegetables.
