How to support tomato plants

Knowing how to prune tomato plants correctly and provide the right support will help create a robust, fruitful harvest. With 45 years of experience in gardening, I'm here to lead you through the details of pruning tomatoes, including the optimal timing and techniques, and to share the most efficient staking methods. Essential skills for nurturing tomatoes that thrive. #PruningTomatoPlants #PruningTomatoes #HowtoPruneTomatoPlants #PruneTomatoes

There are almost as many creative types of tomato trellis ideas as there are varieties of tomatoes to grow. Visit for some tomato trellis ideas for both determinant and indeterminate varieties of tomatoes.

See the best ways to support your tomato plants, and why you should put them into the soil the very first day you plant your crop!

See a simple and easy way to tie up tomato plants without breaking the bank - and why this method can also be great for your plants too!

Learn how to stake tomatoes in this simple guide which shares the benefits of staking tomatoes using the best method.

Tomatoes aren't the only plants that you can grow in tomato cages. Here are 9 other plants that can be supported by this structure.

Discover five simple yet effective tomato trellis ideas perfect for new gardeners! From easy DIY setups to practical store-bought options, these trellises will support your tomatoes for a bountiful harvest. Perfect for both small spaces and larger gardens, these methods are beginner-friendly and budget-conscious. #TomatoTrellis #BeginnerGardening #HomeGarden

Bamboo "quadrapod" tomato staking method at Wild Abundance. Use one tall (8’+ for indeterminate varieties), strong wooden stake (2″x2″) or one piece of stout bamboo for each plant. Bury the end of the stake deep enough into the soil so that it is stable. Use string or twine to tie the tomato plants to the stake. Prune off any suckers and maintain one central leader or “trunk” for this method to work. Click for more about tomato trellis approaches and how to pick what's right for your…

How far apart to plant tomatoes depends on the varieties you're growing and how you plan to support the plants. Learn some great tomato-spacing guidelines here. #gardening #vegetablegardening