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[Tomato Dirt #368] What should you plant after your tomatoes are done?
August 13, 2026

Tomato Dirt Newsletter
Volume 16, Number 17

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.


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FEATURE: What To Grow After Tomatoes: A Simple Guide To Succession Planting


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When your tomato plants have finally finished producing, you might be tempted to pull them out and call it a season.

But don’t give up on that garden space just yet.

One of the best things about growing vegetables is that the end of one crop can be the beginning of another.

Once tomatoes are finished, you can use that same space to grow greens, root vegetables, herbs, beans, or even a cover crop.

This practice is called succession planting, and it’s an easy way to get more out of your garden.

In fact, learning what to plant after tomatoes is one of the simplest ways to extend your harvest and make better use of your growing space.

But there’s a catch ... (Keep reading…)


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More Fall Gardening Tips

How TO Extend Your Tomato Harvest 10 Great Reasons To Save Tomato Seeds (And How) Should Should I Plant Second Season Tomatoes? What To Do After Harvesting Tomatoes

That’s it for now. More next time.

Until then, happy gardening!




Kathy with Tomato Dirt
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