How often should I water my tomato plants in pots?

How often should I water my tomato plants in pots?

Garden tomatoes typically require 1-2 inches of water a week. Tomato plants grown in containers need more water than garden tomatoes. Soil in containers heats up faster which leads to more water evaporation. A good rule of thumb for containers is to water until water runs freely from the bottom.

Which Tomatoes grow best in pots?

Although you can grow big beefsteak tomatoes in a container, most gardeners prefer to grow smaller tomato varieties, including grape, cherry and Roma tomatoes. These types produce fruit earlier and require less staking and training to support heavy fruit.

Do tomatoes grow better in pots or in the ground?

Water Stress However, when grown in pots/containers, tomato plants can only access whatever water is immediately in the pot. Making matters worse, the water in the potting soil is warmed faster (heated from all sides) and evaporates faster than it does when it's in good in-ground garden soil.