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What to do with tomato plants in July – the 5 things I’m doing this month to encourage a bumper crop

Green tomatoes growing on tomato plant against brick wall in garden.

My tomato plants are beginning to fruit, so I’m dedicating this month to support and care tasks that will encourage a bumper crop.

Knowing what to do with tomato plants in July is crucial if you want them to produce as many harvests as possible – especially in light of recent (and upcoming!) heatwaves. If you've grown your own tomatoes before, you'll know that hydration is key, but there are a few other tasks that I’ll be ticking off over the course of this month to nurture them into strong, healthy plants.

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