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Do you want healthy, strong plants and baskets full of sweet tomatoes? Thanks to these 12 simple but effective tricks you can grow tasty tomatoes even without expensive chemical fertilizers. Rely on natural power and gardening hacks that really work!
1. Baking soda for sweeter fruits
A small pinch of baking soda sprinkled around the roots will reduce soil acidity. The result is tomatoes with higher sugar content and a finer taste.
2. Pot marigold against pests
Plant marigolds under the tomatoes – they repel aphids, nematodes and other insect pests. In addition, they add color to your garden and provide natural protection without chemicals.
3. Epsom salt for stronger growth
Tomatoes love magnesium! Add a tablespoon of Epsom salt to the soil or prepare a foliar spray. The plants will be stronger and more productive.
4. Coffee grounds as fertilizer
Used coffee provides nitrogen and organic matter. Work it into the soil or compost – tomatoes will grow faster and with a richer color.
5. Mulch protects the soil
A thick layer of mulch retains moisture, prevents the soil from overheating and protects the leaves from splashing water. In addition, it reduces weed growth.
6. Prune the lower leaves
Remove leaves that touch the ground – you will improve air circulation and prevent fungal diseases.
7. Plant deeply
When planting, bury two thirds of the plant. New roots will grow from the stem and the plant will be more stable and healthier.
8. Fertilize with compost tea
Compost tea is a nutrient bomb for tomatoes. Water with it once every 2–3 weeks for bigger and tastier yields.
9. Support plants in time
Support tomatoes with stakes or a trellis immediately after planting. The fruits will be clean, dry and easy to harvest.
10. Regular deep watering
Tomatoes do not tolerate fluctuation in moisture. Water deeply and regularly, especially during fruit development.
11. Choose a suitable variety
Choose tomatoes suitable for your location – some varieties tolerate heat better, others are suitable for greenhouses. Try, for example, ‘Start F1’, ‘Tornádo’ or ‘Stupické polní’.
12. Rotate crops
Do not grow tomatoes in the same spot all the time. Rotating beds protects the soil from depletion and disease.
Summary: Grow your own sweet and healthy tomatoes
By combining these 12 proven tips you can easily achieve a bountiful tomato harvest without chemicals. Thanks to natural methods like baking soda, pot marigold or Epsom salt you will support the health of both soil and plants. The tomatoes will reward you with great taste and nutritious fruits.
