Tomatoes!

As the first few tomatoes in my garden are starting to grow, I thought it would be a prefect time go through the 5 varieties of tomatoes I most frequently grow and eat!

Tomatoes are a staple in most gardens, and with good reason. They're versatile, delicious, and packed with nutrients. With so many varieties of tomatoes to choose from, it can be hard to decide which ones to grow. Here are five of the most popular tomato varieties and the ones I like to grow:

1. Cherry Tomatoes: Cherry tomatoes are small, sweet, and perfect for snacking. They're also great for salads and roasting. I love to use these ones when I make pasta salad in the summer. They are great burst of flavor.

2. Beefsteak Tomatoes: Beefsteak tomatoes are large, meaty, and perfect for slicing. They're great for sandwiches, burgers, and salads. These are probably my least favorite variety. Im not a huge fa of meaty tomatoes but, I do love one on a burger.

3. Roma Tomatoes: Roma tomatoes are the classic tomato for making sauces. They have less juice and more pulp, making them ideal for cooking down. I usually only grow this variety when I know my family will be looking to make a big batch of tomato sauce at the end of the year. They are perfect for make some of the best tomato sauce.

4. Heirloom Tomatoes: Heirloom tomatoes are the fancy tomatoes that come in all sorts of colors and shapes. They're known for their unique flavors and are great for eating raw. I love these ones the best. Their flavor is strong and I love the odd and unique shapes and colors they come it. They always make the bin I collect my vegetables in show such a unique variety of colors.

5. Grape Tomatoes: Grape tomatoes are similar to cherry tomatoes, but are more oblong in shape. They're great for snacking and roasting. Some popular grape tomato varieties include Juliet, Grape Tomato Hybrid, and Santa. Great for snacking right off the vine while you work in the garden!

While I was doing my own research on tomatoes, I found this great blog on all things tomatoes. Check it out! https://www.tomatodirt.com/

No matter which tomato variety you choose to grow, make sure to provide plenty of sunlight, water, and nutrients. With a little bit of care and attention, you can enjoy a bountiful harvest of delicious, homegrown tomatoes. I can't wait until my tomato plants are in full production mode!