Tomato cages come in a variety of shapes and are made from metal, bamboo, wood, or plastic. While plastic cages are cheapest, they are also the least sturdy. Here's how to select among the types: ...

View full size Gardener Harry Olson came up with a way to make strong tomato cages. Courtesy of Harry Olson Harry Olson, an avid tomato grower in Salem, knows the value of a good support.

The best tomato cage is made of heavy-duty metal wire with 4-to-6-inch openings for easy harvest. Wooden or plastic cages can work, but aren't as strong or long-lasting as metal ones.

A: Tomatoes need extra-large, heavy-duty cages since they get so big in our climate. Foliage shades the fruit, and overpruning can result in sun scald or sunburn. So prune sparingly. Pruning also ...

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For extra stability, ... So let the tomato cage debate begin: Send us your homespun tomato-support solution to [email protected]. We’ll post some submissions in the weeks to come.

Tomato-growing guide: How to get your favorite fruit to ripen in the Northwest. Updated: ; May. 12, 2012, 1:00 p.m. | Published: ; May. 12, 2012, 12:00 p.m.

The only thing better than a fresh Jersey tomato in the summertime is one you can grow in your own backyard. Right now, Amazon has some juicy deals on square plant cages up to 30% off.

Find out if it's better to stake or cage your tomato plants to keep them standing tall through harvest. Stake vs. Cage: What’s the Best Method for Your Tomato Plants? Skip to main content ...