Tuesday, August 03, 2021

3 Ways To Support Tomato Plants

3 ways to support tomato plants | on the creek blog // www.onthecreekblog.com

Hey there, Green Thumbs and DIY Dreamers! 🌱✨


It's Tiff here, bringing you another chapter from my garden diary. Over the past five years, my tomatoes and I have been on a journey, discovering the art of staying upright and fabulous. Gardening is my canvas, and today, I'm painting you a picture of three clever ways to keep those tomato plants strutting their stuff!

using tomato cages to support tomato plants | on the creek blog // www.onthecreekblog.com

🍅 Tomato Cages: My First Love

Remember my early gardening days? Tomato cages were my go-to. They're like training wheels for us gardening newbies - simple, no-fuss, and just pop them around your plant. Voila! Although, back then, my plants were more 'petite' before I introduced them to the magic of blood meal. For those who love a sprinkle of DIY, there are some snazzy, homemade cages out there. But hey, store-bought was my jam for keeping it easy-peasy!

using a tomato trellis to support tomato plants | on the creek blog // www.onthecreekblog.com

🌿 Tomato Trellis: The Upgrade

Fast forward to when my tomato plants started throwing a growth party, and my cages just couldn't keep up. Enter the trellis system - my garden's version of a high-rise! We built these towering supports With stakes, wire, and a little help from my handyman hubby. It's like giving your tomatoes their own climbing frame, weaving them through as they reach for the sky!

using a tomato stakes to support tomato plants | on the creek blog // www.onthecreekblog.com

🌳 Tomato Stakes: The Space Saver

Now, let's talk stakes - a method I'm currently flirting with. My parents swear by it, and I see why. Each tomato gets its personal stake, like a VIP garden club. As they grow, we tie them up gently with string. It's a space-saving marvel, keeping each plant in its lane neat and tidy.


So there you have it, my dear besties! Whether you're team cage, team trellis, or team stake, there's a method for every garden and every gardener. Remember, it's all about learning, growing, and having fun. Keep those tomatoes high and mighty!


Stay green and creative, my friends! 🌍✨🌼 


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