Tomatoes are versatile ingredients that can enhance a wide range of dishes, from soups and pastas to salsas and chilis.
If you’re a tomato enthusiast, growing your own could not only save you money but also offer superior flavor compared to store-bought varieties.
While planting tomato seedlings is the traditional method to start a new harvest, there are alternative approaches worth considering.
Here are four strategies to ensure a continuous supply of your favorite fruit:
BURY TOMATO SLICES
Yes, you read that correctly. The Wannabe Homesteader proposes a simple and cost-effective solution. All you need is an overripe tomato, some potting soil, and a few containers.
Fill a large container with potting soil almost to the top.
Place thin tomato slices on the soil.
Ensure the slices with plenty of seeds are buried just enough to prevent sprouting. Give them a couple of weeks to start growing.
After about a week, tomato seeds should germinate. You can grow up to 60 seedlings in one container.
Select the top four or five strongest sprouts, cut them out, and transplant them elsewhere.
Monitor the young plants regularly. Over time, some may grow stronger than others.
Trim away weaker plants to make space for the stronger ones.
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