What is the best compost to use on my heirloom tomatoes?

Answer 1

Some people believe it in only a single way, but there are many depending on your ability and space. Compost in a plastic bin or container using worms seems to be the best. You can look this up online. Using the "lasagna method" also works well. I have heard and used different forms but this is the basic principle. You need Green waste (lawn clippings, vegetable scrapes), Brown waste (leaves, finely broken wood particles) and newspaper start with newspaper on bottom, single to double ply (you can get mewpaper wet but not soaking wet), then add brown waste, then green waste, then newspaper, then brown waste, then green waste, and keep repeating based on the space available. 5 layers should be fine depending on height of layers (I would end with green waste as top layer). If in container drill holes for air flow on all sides of container not on top. This will keep moisture in (rain out) but not allow it to become a soup and also allow for good air flow. Let sit for a few weeks not in direct sunlight and then check on it, may need to fluff a little and then let sit again for a few weeks and keep repeating until it is at desired compost level for your application. If it is in open air outside, no direct sun, follow same method but now check on it about every month until desired compost level. Remember to keep compost moist but not saturated and turn/fluff it to add air flow. This will increase rate. You will know it is working when you can feel the heat it is generating. Pretty amazing process. Hope this helps.

Answer 2

Shredded leaves is one of the best composts for tomatoes.

Specifically, tomatoes do not grow well in compost that is rich in nitrogen or soluble salts, both of which interfere with proper development. They likewise do not respond favorably to manure, which is so nutrient rich that the result is lush foliage and non-existent, improper or inadequate seeding and fruiting. The leaves must be disease-free and well-rotted.

Answer 3

Choose a compost made from animal waste and plant matter to be sure you're getting a good balance of nutrients for your garden. When choosing an organic fertilizer, look at the package for a series of numbers such as 10-10-10 (N-P-K by volume) and a list of other nutrients.

Answer 4

There is a great liquid compost called Great Big Plants that is supposed to act as an energy drink for plants. It helps make tomatoes grow bigger and the stems grow stronger. It is organic and should be used in conjunction with fertilizers.

Answer 5

Hay or grass clippings are a good mulch are cheap.