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Tomatoes 101 Series | Part 1 | What is the Difference Between Bush and Vine Tomatoes?

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Tomatoes 101 Series | Part 1 | What is the Difference Between Bush and Vine Tomatoes?

Looking for tips on growing the perfect tomato in your garden or patio container? Today's tomato gardening 101 tip: the difference between bush (determinate) and vine (indeterminate) tomatoes.

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Tomatoes 101 Series | Part 2 | Breaking Down the Best Tomato Varieties for Your Needs

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Tomatoes 101 Series | Part 2 | Breaking Down the Best Tomato Varieties for Your Needs

There is nothing quite like the taste of a fresh tomato from the garden. With over 15,000 varieties of tomatoes being cultivated worldwide, we are here to help you decide which variety of tomato is best for your needs.

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Tomatoes 101 Series | Part 3 | Growing and Caring for Your Tomato Plant

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Tomatoes 101 Series | Part 3 | Growing and Caring for Your Tomato Plant

The best practices for growing and caring for your tomato plant. With a little love and attention you can keep your tomatoes healthy and thriving and will be enjoying fresh tomatoes from your garden in no time.

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Tomatoes 101 Series | Part 4 | Heirloom Varieties, What's All the Hype About?

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Tomatoes 101 Series | Part 4 | Heirloom Varieties, What's All the Hype About?

If you've noticed an increased interest in heirloom / heritage plant varieties, you aren't alone ~ here at Gemmell's Garden Centre we are also pretty big fans. Join us as we chat about why we love our heirloom tomatoes and share a few of our favourites.

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