Hand holding tomato on vine with insect damage - cat on route/Shutterstock Tomatoes are a satisfying garden crop, and most gardeners enjoy growing them either in vegetable beds or in containers.

Keep an eye out for these pests this summer. Many gardeners know how rewarding it is to grow and harvest tomatoes. But just as deflating is seeing your hard work go to waste due to bugs dining on your ...

Keep your tomatoes thriving by learning to identify and manage common pests. Keep your tomatoes thriving by learning to identify and manage pests like phids, hornworm caterpillars and brown marmorated ...

Last week, we discussed tomato diseases. This week, we will cover pests just as destructive: insects. Damage to plants via insects, animals, or harsh environmental conditions can leave open wounds for ...

Pests are an inevitable part of gardening, with the potential to ruin carefully planted flowers, shrubs and crops. Juicy tomatoes can be particularly alluring to pests due to their high nutritional ...

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When choosing tomato seedlings, check the plant's leaves and stems for any discoloration or infection to reduce future issues. Consider using stakes or cages to keep your plants off the ground and to ...

One of the special joys of home vegetable gardening is harvesting vine ripened tomatoes. Most gardeners have their tomatoes planted by now. It’s not too late to plant tomato transplants if you have ...

As summer moves along, the season is running according to plan for many Arkansas crops—including annual pest issues. Extension specialists and county agents across Arkansas are seeing an increase in ...

Tomato pests can cause a lot of damage to your tomato plants if left unchecked. The first step towards managing these pests is correct identification. It is advisable you monitor your plants daily.