Mature cherry tomato

Description:It's best to plant tomato seedlings outdoors before they reach this stage, but weather or other conditions may result in mature plants that require planting outdoors. The stems of mature tomatoes often become weak and overly tall in their containers when they are transplanted late, but you can reverse some of the damage and encourage healthy future growth by using the best transplant method. Hardening Off Increased sun exposure, wind and weather can shock a tomato transplant if you move it straight to the garden from indoors. Hardening off helps the plant adjust to outdoor conditions and minimizes the shock. Begin by setting the tomato transplants outside, still in their pots, in a protected area after all frost danger passes.

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