Story: Tips for a Bumper Tomato Harvest
Episode: 11
Presenter: Bonnie-Marie Hibbs
Air Date: 31 October 2026

Bonnie shares practical tips for growing tomatoes, from choosing the right variety and planting correctly to providing enough sunlight, consistent watering and regular feeding.

• F1 hybrid tomatoes are bred for specific qualities, such as disease resistance, while heirloom varieties can grow true to type if they haven’t cross-pollinated.
• Plant tomatoes slightly deeper than their original pot to encourage extra root growth. For taller varieties, remove lower lateral shoots to help shape the plant.
• Tomatoes need at least six hours of direct sunlight daily. For containers, choose a compact variety and a pot around 30cm wide with drainage holes and quality potting mix.
• Apply a suitable fertiliser every 8–12 weeks, work it into the soil and maintain consistent watering to support healthy growth and a productive harvest.

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