Mom Deserves the Best!

Few things make me happier than seeing my mom walk out from her garden with a bowl-full of cherry tomatoes and a smile from ear to ear. Holding a delightful red one proudly for all to see, she’ll talk about each tomato as if it has a special place in her heart. I’ll attest to the fact that her tomato garden is successful because she gives the plants ‘love’ to grow on, which is exactly how she raised me.

When Mother’s Day rolls around, I cannot wait to show this wonderful woman how lucky I feel to have been hers. In terms of gifts, I always choose a plant because she loves to garden. She loves to water, pick, prune and showcase my ‘gifts.’

For the past few years, I’ve given her tomato plants. Mother’s Day is the perfect time of year to plant small tomato plants in the ground and watch them evolve into a beautiful full grown tomato plant.

My mom loves tomatoes in her salads and entrees – part of what makes her home cooking so delicious! No matter how many times she’s used the tomatoes that come from the plants I have given her, she never fails to mention that they are from her ‘favorite’ Mother’s Day gift.

Mighty ‘Mato tomato plants are easy to order, plant and care for, which makes them the perfect gift. Even when I’m on the opposite side of the state, I can have them sent straight to my mom. Now is the perfect time to order, they’ll get to her just in time. Place your order now by following this link.

Mighty ‘Mato tomato plants start small so a mother can do what she does best, nurture and help them grow. Your mom will love her Mother’s Day gift and be proud as she watches the little plant grow from the ground… up. 

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What Are Grafted Tomato Plants?

You may have heard the term "grafted plants" once or twice. But what exactly does that mean, and why is it so special? Recently, I went to the Mighty 'Mato growing grounds and was able to see the grafting process first hand. Essentially, grafting works by fusing the stems of two plants together. A superior rootstock is picked for its ability to resist infection and its unique ability to increase vigor and fruit yield. The upper part of the plant is selected for its variety and quality characteristics. The scion (fuse) is held together by a special clip that will slip off as the plant grows.

Using a special blade, the two plants are carefully sliced and placed together with the clip. The fused plants then sit in a greenhouse until they're matured enough for your garden. Once planted, the grafted plants will grow larger, juicier fruit with more yield per plant, truly making it a Mighty 'Mato plant!

When you receive your Mighty 'Mato plants, the grafting clip may still be on the plants. If so, carefully remove the clip or let it slip off naturally as the plant grows. Here are some more quick tips to get you started:

• Use a good organic fertilizer
• Be sure to plant below the graft (or fuse) line
• Trim away any initial flowers so plant can put all its energy into growing strong and producing better fruit
• Use a large tomato cage-These plants will get BIG!

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Welcome to Mighty 'Mato! We're so excited to start this blog and share our passion for home grown tomatoes. Look forward to unique tomato recipes, helpful gardening tips and innovative products to help you grow your best tomatoes yet! Have a question? Comment on our blog and we'll get back to you! Meanwhile, learn more about us and our products at www.MightyMato.com. Happy gardening!