Tomato in Zone 6b
Solanum lycopersicum
| Start indoors | Mar 14 |
|---|---|
| Direct sow / transplant outside | May 9 |
| Estimated harvest | Jul 18 |
Spacing: 1 per square foot.
Good companions
- Basil — Basil is reputed to improve tomato flavor and repel pests.
- Marigold — Marigolds deter root-knot nematodes and some insect pests.
- Carrot — Loosens soil for tomato roots without competing for space above ground.
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