Tomato Dirt Newsletter
Volume 12, Number 1
Dear Tomato Dirt reader,
Welcome back to Tomato Dirt! A couple times a month, we’ll send you this newsletter packed with tips about growing tomatoes and using them.
Extended! Tomato Seeds Half-Price Now Through January 17
Growing season is coming. Get your seeds now and save money! Choose from more than 300 favorite heirloom tomato varieties and tomato seed collections – up to 50% off regular retail prices during this once-a-year sale at TomatoFest. Tomato seeds will last 3-5 years! And TomatoFest guarantees its seeds.
Visit the TomatoFest store now to get best selection.
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FEATURE: How to Choose Tomato Seeds for Your Garden
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Images of tomato seeds for sale fill garden catalogs. Seed packets are stocked at nursery centers. But what should you look for when you buy tomato seeds? Consider these four important factors.
Selection. If you would like to grow tomato varieties not offered by your local retailers, then consider purchasing your tomato seeds from an online vendor (see a list of online tomato seeds suppliers.) Online vendors offer a much larger selection.
Seed quality. Organic garden seeds are grown, harvested, and processed according to strict regulations monitored by the USDA in the United
States (and similar agencies in other countries.) Companies that sell non-GMO (genetically modified organisms) seeds state so clearly on their websites and printed materials.
Cost. Seeds are inexpensive, but you can save when you buy tomato seeds at an online clearinghouse or take advantage of late- or early-season sales.
Customer service. Know when your vendor will send your order and if the vendor offers returns or exchanges.
Find about more tips to look for when you choose tomato seeds … and check out some helpful pointers and visuals on our Tomato Seeds Pinterest board.
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You’ll be able to diagnose pest and disease problems using step by step priceless information, illustrated with 260 full color photos.
Get the book and you’ll also get 6 free bonuses, including the Family Tomato Cookbook and a database of 1300 varieties of tomatoes. More details here.
Tomato Growing Tip: Tomato Seeds and Germination
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Get more tips for growing tomatoes on our Tomato Growing Tips Pinterest board.
Some Tomato Dirt Faves for Starting Seeds
More Tips for Choosing Tomato Varieties
That’s it for now. More next time.
Until then, happy gardening!
Kathy with Tomato Dirt
www.tomatodirt.com
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