Looking for advice on growing tomatoes

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I aam want to grow tomatoes in doors in a five gallon bucket through the coming Missouri winter. Having not done this before I am seeking advice on best methods use by forum community. Thank you in advance for your help.

Jim

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Here is what I found out

I am going to try this as well this winter in PA. What I read so far is you have to keep a good reflector on a good light about 6 inches above the plant.

I'm not going to use a grow light but a mini fluorescent bulb, 200watt daylight (5000-6500K value)

Your suppose to feed it every time you water it, let the soil get a little dry between waterings. Once you get flowers on you have to 'shake' the plant twice a week to encourage pollination.

Best of luck to you (and me lol)

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Hey guys, Where exactly are

Hey guys,

Where exactly are you going to put the plants in your home? I'd like to try since we have mild winters here. I was thinking of turning my screened in porch into a greenhouse by putting plastic up. Just wondering about your set-ups.

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