How to grow tomato

Choose a sunny spot in your garden with well-draining soil.

Prepare the soil by adding compost or aged manure to improve its fertility and structure.

Plant tomato seeds or seedlings about 18-24 inches apart.

Water the plants regularly and deeply to keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.

Stake or cage the plants to support their growth and prevent them from falling over.

Apply a side dressing of compost or balanced fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.

Harvest the fruit when it is fully ripe and mature.

Best time to grow Tomato:

Tomatoes grow best in warm weather and should be planted after the last frost date in spring. In warm climates, they can be planted in early spring or fall.

Good companion plants for Tomato:

Basil

Carrots

Onions

Garlic

Marigolds

Plants not to grow with Tomato:

Brassica family plants such as cabbage and broccoli

Fennel

Potatoes

Corn

Nutrients and vitamins in Tomato:

Tomatoes are rich in vitamins A and C, as well as potassium and lycopene, an antioxidant that has been linked to reducing the risk of certain types of cancer.

Care and maintenance required:

Water the plants regularly and deeply to keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.

Mulch around the plants to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.

Stake or cage the plants to support their growth and prevent them from falling over.

Prune the plants to remove suckers and promote air circulation.

Apply a side dressing of compost or balanced fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.

Watch for pests and diseases and take appropriate action if needed.