How to Grow Tomatoes in an Outdoor Container

Published on Tuesday, September 8, 2009, by CHOW Video Team / Edit Post

How to Grow Tomatoes in an Outdoor Container

Julie Chai, associate garden editor of Sunset magazine, says that with lots of sun, a large container, and plenty of fresh potting soil, your tomatoes will grow hale and hearty. Staking the seedlings is important too.

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  • what about an upside down planter? I have used these for a couple of years now and wouldnt go back to growbags - http://www.practicalhomeandgarden.com/the-upside-down-tomato-garden

  • I have a problem with them constantly tipping over because they are so heavy

  • I use a couple of plastic garbage cans with holes drilled in the bottom to grow tomatoes. It's almost like having raised beds!

  • Quick, easy, spot on Tip.......I did Sweet 100 and Sweet One Millions cherry tomatoes for years, until I tried Roma plums & switched. I can't under estimate her point to make sure the container is big enough. You will have tons of red beauties throughout the summer. I've all ready frozen 8 qts from one plant. Make sure you water daily to avoid black rot!