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May 20, 2022

Gardening: A tomato lover's 7 tips for growing them big

By JESSICA DAMIANO
Associated Press

Tomatoes are not only my favorite backyard crop -- they're also the most popular among American home gardeners. And it's no wonder: Have you ever compared a supermarket tomato to a backyard one? The homegrown scent alone will transport you straight to summer.

Another benefit of growing your own tomatoes is variety. Seeds for yellow, black, pear-shaped and even giant tomatoes -- which you won't typically find in the produce aisle -- are readily available in catalogs and many garden centers. And since my tomatoes-of-choice are large and lumpy, that's typically how I roll.


 
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