re: Tomato plant question

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When do I know it is ready for fruit? I have only put down osmocote and water.

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It's hard to say. You want a nice thick middle stalk. The plant will also let you know. those flowers are yellowing and falling off, because the plant isn't ready.

Also, if you didn't bury the plant when you planted it, build up the dirt around the base of the plant. tomatoes can grow advantageous roots out of any part of the plant.