Why do the blooms on my tomatoes keep dropping and don't develop?
When the tomato buds fall off without fruiting, this is a sign of a pollination problem. These articles will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/beneficial/insect-pollination-process.htm, https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/tomato/pollinate-tomatoes.htm
Recently planted tomato plants. The green leaves are "fading." Not actually spots but some of the leaves are getting white splotches. Help?
Fading of the leaves is normally due to sunburn, especially if newly planted and young. Affected leaves may even fall but these should regrow and oftentimes once the plant is acclimated will be fine.
Why are my tomato's leaves on the bottom turning yellow or white?
Many things can lead to yellow leaves, though white leaves is normally a sign of too much sunlight, especially on young plants, which eventually rights itself. This article will help with other causes: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/tomato/yellow-tomato-leaves.htm
What is the best soil for growing tomatoes?
They need loose, well draining soil amended with compost. Here is more information for growing tomatoes: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/tomato/tips-for-growing-tomatoes.htm
I will be purchasing tomato seeds during the second week of May. Am I starting the process too late in the season? If not, can I germinate them in a large container outdoors?
Though it is a bit later than most people begin starting seeds, it's never really too late with tomatoes, especially in a warmer climate. This article will help you with growing tomatoes from seed: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/tomato/growing-tomatoes-from-seed.htm
I purchased a Bonnie Beef eater tomato plant this year and initially it was growing great. Now the leaves aren't lush and open but curled up and lighter in color planted in the ground. Got any ideas? I'm using either Osmocote or Miracle Grow granular slow release fertilizer. I live in the Fresno, Ca area and so far it hasn't been too hot.
It may be transplant shock or possibly fertilizer burn, if the fertilizer was put in direct contact with the roots.
These articles will help with those two issues:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/learn-how-to-avoid-and-repair-transplant-shock-in-plants.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/fertilizer-burn-in-gardens.htm
I've picked over 30 still hard green tomatoes. They were starting to bust. Did I make a mistake? Is there any way these tomatoes can still ripen red indoors?
Here is an article that will help with ripening: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/tomato/how-to-turn-green-tomatoes-red-how-to-store-tomatoes-in-the-fall.htm