Photos : These 12 tips will help you grow the perfect tomatoes
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Tomatoes
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You should add water to the soil slowly. The soil should always remain moist and if it is too dry then add more water as needed.
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Place copper wiring around your garden or plant. This will help drive away any slugs and snails that will nibble at the leaves.
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Make sure you grow your tomatoes where sunlight and space is ample. This is important to get the best tomatoes!
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Adding mulch to plants will allow the plant to retain moisture and keep the soil warm. Try this if you are struggling to maintain the moisture.
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If your tomatoes are cracked that simply means you haven't watered them enough. Remember, the soil must be moist.
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At last, the mystery object! Add garlic to the soil where your tomatoes are planted. The garlic will kill off bacteria and give your tomatoes a better taste!
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Grow marigold or datura plants near your tomatoes. This will help repel the nematodes (microscopic worms) that can kill your tomatoes.
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Add epsom salt to your soil to increase the growth process! This also adds nutrients and repel pests.
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Cut the small stems that are next to the main root because these steal the sunlight and do not produce the tomatoes.
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Prune the leaves that are at the bottom of your plants. These are the first to be attacked by diseases.
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Add a wire cage or stakes around your tomato plants in order to help structure the plant and add security.
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Tomatoes do not grow for more than two years on the same land. Remember to alternate the plantation.