Benefits of Growing Your Own Tomatoes
Freshness
-Tomatoes that are commercially grown are picked prior to full ripeness, and then they are ripened using a chemical known as ethylene. As a result, they are not as flavorful and juicy as home grown tomatoes. In some cases, the tomatoes are even green when harvested.
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Taste
-The taste of a vine ripe tomato is much better than a commercially grown tomato bought in the grocery store. The flavor is richer and the tomato is juicier.
Variety
-There are more varieties of tomatoes available for home growing than are available commercially at the supermarket.
Organically Grown
-Growing at home allows the grower to grow the tomatoes organically without any pesticides or herbicides that would be used for field production.
Rewarding
-The production of great tasting, vine ripe tomatoes is rewarding for any gardener.
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