Tomatoes

Scientific Name: Solanum lycopersicum
Zone: 3-11 USDA
Recommended Variety: “Roma” tomato

The most famous garden vegetable tomato needs a minimum temperature of 50 F for seed germination. Sow the seeds six to eight weeks prior to the last frost in moist, well-drained soil and water regularly. Start the seeds in a heated propagator or place them on a windowsill at the end of the month. Use compost or Epsom salt fertilizer to get the best out of your tomatoes.