Better Bush Tomato Plant

Better Bush Tomato Plants produce lots of old-fashioned flavored, 8-ounce fruits on strong, bushy, compact plants. Its perfect for small gardens or container growing. Loves the heat and has good disease resistance. Your friends will be amazed!

Our Better Bush Tomato Plants are grown with a commitment to natural methods, ensuring they're healthy and robust. Guaranteed to arrive alive and thriving!

Planting Instructions:

• - Transplant after danger of frost has passed
• - Soil temperature should be at least 60°F

Soil Preparation:

• - Ideal soil pH: 6.0-6.8
• - Add compost or well-rotted manure (best done in the fall)

Watering Specifics:

• - Water deeply and regularly
• - Avoid wetting leaves to prevent disease

Fertilizer Type:

• - Use a balanced 5-5-5 fertilizer or our recommended Espoma Tomato Tone at planting

Pruning and Training:

• - Removing suckers is optional
• - Stake or cage plants for support

Pollination:

• - Self-pollinating, but benefit from insect, wind, or mechanical movement

Additional Pest Management:

• - Watch for tomato hornworms
• - Monitor for signs of blight or other fungal diseases
• - Use Serenade Garden Disease Control or a copper fungicide as needed

Harvesting Indicators:

• - Harvest when fruits are fully colored

Storage:

• - Store ripe tomatoes at room temperature for up to a week
• - Refrigerate only if necessary, as it can affect flavor

Companion Plants:

• - Carrot: Loosen soil for tomato roots
• - Chive: Improves flavor and repels pests
• - Garlic Bulbs: Deter pests
• - Onion: Deter pests
• - Marigold: Deter nematodes and other pests
• - Parsley: Attracts beneficial insects