I have 3 raised garden beds (2- 4 X 10, and 1- 4 X 12). I live in Savannah, Georgia, so I need to know what types of plants to plant first. I want to plant: tomatoes, peppers, broccoli, cucumbers, lettuce, herbs, zucchini, watermelon, cantaloupe, pumpkins, beans and corn. Can you provide a layout that would be good for these types of plants?
These articles should help you with that: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/vgen/the-layout-of-your-vegetable-garden.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/vgen/raised-vegetable-gardens.htm
I started a new box garden on the north side of my home. I have planted some tomato plants, but now they are getting yellow leaves with brown spots. What can I do to stop this?
For now, treat it as a watering or nutrient issue. This article will help you determine which it is:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/tomato/yellow-tomato-leaves.htm
But be aware that this is also a sign of a bacteria. It will kill the plant if it has been infected, but I would not assume it was this until after you have tried to reverse the yellow leaves though watering and fertilizing. Here is more info on the bacteria:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/tomato/early-blight-alternaria-tomato-leaf-spots-yellow-leaves.htm
Can hybrid tomato plants and non-hybrid tomato plants be grown in the same rows?
I have a small patio. I can build a 6 x 6 box in the space I have. I was going to use 2 x 10's for this. Should I lay plastic on the bottom with stone and then my soil, or should I leave out the plastic? I'm just trying this for first time, some veggies and maybe a couple tomatoes.
Plastic does not hurt and can help keep moisture from the wood, which means it will take longer for the wood to rot and, therefore, it will be a longer time until you have to replace the box. But plastic can also trap water in the box. Normally this is not an issue, but if you live in an area that gets a lot of rain, it could cause problems. Which way you go will be up to you.
What is the best way to grow tomatoes in my garden?
These articles will help you grow great tomatoes:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/tomato/tips-for-growing-tomatoes.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/tomato/watering-tomato-plants.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/tomato/best-way-stake-tomatoes.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/tomato/how-much-sun-do-tomato-plants-need.htm
I have around ten tomato plants. How much should I water them? Should I water them every day or every other day? Do I have to feed them anything?
This article will help you with watering:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/tomato/watering-tomato-plants.htm
As far as feeding, I would recommend either compost or a balanced fertilizer like 10-10-10.
Why do tomatoes get dark purple looking stems?
If they are young plants, this could mean a phosphorous deficiency or that temperatures are a bit too low. Give them in a little bone meal and increase the temperature some.
If they are older plants, this con sometimes happen with aging but does not cause any issues.