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It is easy to plant plum tomatoes as they can be grown in containers fairly simply. No flower bed is required and mobility means you can take your plants with you even if you move house. These plants need a minimum of 6-8 hours sunlight every day which can easily be obtained from your patio or window ledge. It is also possible to move their pots around at your convenience so you can place them in the ideal location to make the most of the sun’s rays be it the kitchen window sill or a veranda. The most important factor though has to be that they get sufficient sunlight as without this they will not grow successfully. An additional bonus to pots is that there is no digging over required either.

The majority of tomato varieties will grow well in containers however cherry or plum tomatoes are a good choice because they weigh less and therefore the plant will be able to withstand the fruit’s weight without any problem. Larger varieties of tomatoes can grow up to two feet and these can be difficult to grow in pots. When they ripen all at once this can overburden the plants a problem you can eliminate by growing smaller varieties. Different types of tomatoes require differing amounts of water to thrive and for growing in pots you should go for one that will demand less water, approximately one inch of water each week. This is just enough to keep the soil moist so beware not too get carried away as over-watering may cause your plant to wither.

Plants growing in containers need to be carefully tended so that the soil retains enough moisture and has sufficient space for the roots to expand as they grow. Ideally, the best way to do this is to make holes in the base and back of a spacious terracotta pot that enables the plant and roots to grown while allowing excess water to drain away. Placing some rocks in the base of the pot beneath the compost will also prevent the roots from rotting.

To get the most growth from your plum tomatoes, try growing them in a sphagnum peat, per lite and vermiculite mix to which you can add organic fertilizers to encourage growth and make the soil strong. Fertilizer needs to be added two out of four weeks a month. There is no better feeling than growing your own vegetable plants which are completely free from fertilizer and chemicals that can be harmful, which is why organically produced home grown tomatoes taste much better than those purchased commercially. Tomatoes are a popular ingredient in many recipes and cuisines, particularly in Italian cookery where plum tomatoes in particular have many uses. They can also be found in many continental and Indian dishes too. They give pleasing color and flavor to any meal not to mention that delicious tanginess, plus they also provide antioxidants to help fight cancer. Additionally, plum tomatoes are rich vitamins and are therefore very healthy for you. It is important to include them in your diet as they can improve your skins and are also a natural antiseptic.

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