Burpee Tomatoes by Robert Hendrickson
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- ISBN 10 0028616073
- ISBN 13 9780028616070
- Published Mar 01 1997
- Format Paperback
- Page Count 103
- Language English
- Countries United States
- Publisher Macmillan General Reference
Publishers Text
For more than 100 years Burpee has specialized in tomato variety development. From the legendary "Big Boy" to lesser known varieties, Burpee tomatoes can be found in vegetable gardens all over the country.Written for beginning enthusiasts or experienced aficionados, there is something for everyone in Burpee Tomatoes. There is information on how to grow tomatoes indoors, where to place tomato plants in the garden, how to prevent common tomato diseases and even fertilizing secrets for bigger tomato yields.
Different tomato varieties suited to canning, heat-resistance, all types of soil and even wine-making are profiled in detail. Along with full-color photography, there is tomato myth and lore peppered throughout.

