How far apart should I plant Tomatoes?

Space Tomatoes about 24 inches apart within the row, with 36 inches between rows. Stake or cage at planting so fruit stays off the soil.

How deep do I plant Tomatoes?

Plant Tomatoes at a depth of 1/4 inch for seed, or bury transplants up to the lowest leaves.

Good companions for Tomatoes include basil, marigold, carrots, onions. Avoid planting near potatoes, fennel, corn.

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Space Tomatoes 24 inches apart within the row, and keep 36 inches between rows. Stake or cage at planting so fruit stays off the soil.

Plant spacing	24 in (61 cm) apart
Row spacing	36 in (91 cm) apart
Planting depth	1/4 inch for seed, or bury transplants up to the lowest leaves
Sunlight	Full sun
When to plant	After last frost, soil 60F or warmer
Days to maturity	75
Good companions	basil, marigold, carrots, onions
Avoid near	potatoes, fennel, corn

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Give tomatoes 24 inches so air moves freely between plants and reduces blight; staked plants can sit a little closer than sprawling, unpruned ones.

Plant near: basil, marigold, carrots, onions.

Keep away from: potatoes, fennel, corn.

How far apart should I plant Tomatoes?: Space Tomatoes about 24 inches apart within the row, with 36 inches between rows. Stake or cage at planting so fruit stays off the soil.
How deep do I plant Tomatoes?: Plant Tomatoes at a depth of 1/4 inch for seed, or bury transplants up to the lowest leaves.
What grows well with Tomatoes?: Good companions for Tomatoes include basil, marigold, carrots, onions. Avoid planting near potatoes, fennel, corn.