What You Need to Know about Growing Green Tomatoes

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You’ve probably heard of fried green tomatoes, but did you know that some tomato types mature to a green color at the end of the season? A green tomato comes in two forms, the unripe variety and the fruit that remains green after ripening. Both have a firm texture and tangy taste, are perfect for cooking in recipes, and are quite easy to grow in a garden setting or patio container. Before growing green tomatoes, though, it’s a great idea to gather information on the different types and their growing habits and common tomato diseases to ensure you get off on the right gardening foot.
Learn how to start your green tomato plants from seed indoors before the last frost and transplant them outside when the temperatures warm. Explore the importance of staking to keep your fruits from falling over while growing green tomatoes and their water, food, and sun requirements. Discover ways to deal with pests and diseases throughout the season and when green tomatoes are ready for harvesting off the vine. Find a range of tips for keeping tomatoes fresh after picking and ways to prepare them in recipes.