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Topping tomato plants #868245

Asked May 13, 2024, 3:54 PM EDT

Half of what I read says to top tomatoes above the node; the other half says to top below the node, which makes more sense if I want to control the height of the plant. Which is correct? Many thanks!!

Anne Arundel County Maryland

Expert Response

Hi- if you choose to top one or more main stems, cut above the node if you want to encourage laterals to develop and below the node if you want to discourage new growth.
Jon
Answered by the Home and Garden Information Center (HGIC), University of Maryland Extension. For timely gardening information and tips, subscribe to our Maryland Grows blog and quarterly newsletter. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Replied May 14, 2024, 11:03 AM EDT
Makes perfect sense. Thank you so much for the quick response and have a great afternoon.

Kind regards,
Susan
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On May 14, 2024, at 11:03 AM, Ask Extension <<personal data hidden>> wrote:

The Question Asker Replied May 14, 2024, 11:12 AM EDT
You are welcome. Good luck with your growing season.
Jon
Answered by the Home and Garden Information Center (HGIC), University of Maryland Extension. For timely gardening information and tips, subscribe to our Maryland Grows blog and quarterly newsletter. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Replied May 14, 2024, 12:11 PM EDT

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