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Solanum lycopersicum
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Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date, or sow directly outdoors once soil has warmed. Transplant seedlings after hardening off, burying stems slightly deeper to encourage root growth. Stake or cage plants early for support, prune suckers on indeterminate varieties, and mulch to retain moisture and reduce soil-borne disease splash. Feed with a balanced fertilizer at planting and switch to a lower-nitrogen, higher-potassium feed once flowering begins.
Watch for blossom end rot (calcium/water inconsistency), early and late blight (fungal, remove affected leaves and improve airflow), aphids and whiteflies (treat with insecticidal soap), tomato hornworms (hand-pick), and cracking from irregular watering. Rotate planting location yearly to reduce soil-borne disease buildup.
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