As written in “Tom’s Guide,” it is worth knowing a few tips. When is the best time to fertilize?
During planting
Choose a sunny but wind-protected spot for tomatoes. If planting in pots, choose very spacious ones so the tomato roots have enough room. When digging a hole for each new plant, you can use the desired fertilizers.
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At this stage, it is recommended to look for fertilizers that contain a bit more nitrogen to encourage early leaf and stem growth. Pay special attention to phosphorus, which is especially important during planting to help roots establish well.
To provide the soil with more calcium, add crushed eggshells.
During flowering and fruit setting
When you see the first flowers, it’s time to fertilize again, and at this stage, you can switch to liquid fertilizers. Many products need to be used at least once a week, depending on what is indicated in the fertilizer description and how demanding tomato plants are at this development stage.
Sometimes the frequency of fertilization increases during fruit setting, so be sure to check the dilution ratio and fertilization frequency on the product label. Although changing fertilizers can help tomato plants get what they need at the time, one thing that should not be changed is the moisture level.
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Also, watch the weather. If heavy rain floods the pot, drain some water, and if there is a drought – keep the soil moist by watering regularly.
Plant care
To get a really abundant harvest, don’t forget these care steps.
Pruning. Pinch off “suckers” that grow between the main stem and branch while they are small. If uncontrolled, they divert energy from the fruit to the foliage.
Support. Tomato plants become heavy. Support and tie each plant so it can develop and bear fruit. By considering the nutritional and water needs of tomato plants, you will ensure a good harvest.
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