1. My tomato fruits have small yellow specks on the surface. When the fruits are peeled, those specks form a tough spot that must be cut off before eating the tomatoes. What's wrong? Published: November 03, 2008
2. Our tomatoes are the best we have ever had; however, there are small holes near the stem end. When we cut a tomato open, there is a small worm inside. What is it? Published: November 03, 2008
3. I purchased and planted russet seed potatoes. When peeled and cooked, the potatoes are red inside. They taste fine, but why are they red? Published: February 22, 2008
4. What can I do to keep my plants from freezing? Why do plants freeze? Published: January 07, 2008
5. I have heard many people talk about washing frost off plant leaves to protect them. Is this a good technique? Published: January 07, 2008
6. I am growing both watermelon and cantaloupe in my garden this year. The vines are really spreading out and taking over, but they are not setting much fruit. Should I pinch back the vines? Published: January 07, 2008
7. I have a raised bed garden and have battled spider mites to no avail. They have ruined my tomatoes. I use cypress mulch in my garden, as well as a weed block. Should I remove them? Published: January 07, 2008
8. We planted tomatoes near a tree and, even though they get some sunlight, they are now more than 6 feet tall with few fruit. We planted Beefsteak, Early Girl, and Roma and mulched the tomatoes with sawdust. Do you know what the problem is? Published: January 07, 2008
9. The lower foliage on my tomatoes is beginning to turn yellow and drop. The leaves have circular, dark brown to black spots. Published: January 07, 2008
10. My tomato plants wilted rapidly. When I cut the stems open, I found a brown ring around the inside. Published: January 07, 2008
11. What causes the leaves of my tomatoes to turn brown along the edges? Published: January 07, 2008

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