

If you haven’t started to plant tomatoes yet and aren’t sure which type to pick, check out these Tomato Tips. Falling in between are semi-determinate, or intermediate types of tall bush tomatoes. Bush tomatoes (also known as determinate tomatoes) grow up to about three feet high and therefore require less support. Vining tomatoes (also known as indeterminate or cordon tomatoes) grow to head height and beyond, so they need tall, sturdy plant supports. After you watch this video, try our Almanac Garden Planner for free. Also, be sure to check out our Growing Guide for Tomatoes for more great tips on keeping your tomatoes healthy! Supporting Different Types of Tomatoes We’ve also added the video text below, at the request of our readers. This helps to prevent branch breakage, provide air circulation, avoid slug damage, and keep tomatoes productive and healthy. In this video, we explain how to choose the best plant supports for both bush and vining tomato plants, and show how to make inexpensive homemade tomato cages.
