The compost in
vegetable growing bags is specially formulated for optimum growth, but it can
dry out quickly. To overcome this problem, increase the volume by inserting
open-ended pots into the holes in the top of the bags, and then fill them
with good-quality multi-purpose compost. The extra compost gives the plant roots
more space to develop, and holds more water.
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Using a knife, make drainage holes in the
base of the bag and cut three large circles in the top. Insert bottomless
plastic pots (make your own or buy ready-made) into the openings and fill
with extra compost.
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2
Transfer your tomato plants to the growing
bag when their first flowers are about to open. Plant one tomato per pot, positioning
the root ball just below the top of the compost, and water them in well.
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3
Add canes for support, and pinch off all
fast-growing side shoots that appear between the leaves and the main stem, as
they divert energy away from fruit production. Apply a weekly dose of liquid
tomato fertilizer.
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4
As the main stems grow, tie them to the
canes with soft twine. Prevent the plants from growing too tall by removing the
uppermost tip, two or three leaves beyond the last cluster of fruit on the
stem.
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5
Keep your tomato plants well watered throughout
the growing season; the fruits may either split or succumb to disease if they
do not receive sufficient moisture. If you are growing tomatoes in a greenhouse,
or you have a number of containers to care for, consider installing an automatic
watering system
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Growing tomatoes in growing bags
Written By Agriculture on 17 Feb 2013 | 10:46
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