We sit down with horticulturist, garden designer, and author Frank Hyman to dig into his new book Ripe Tomato Revolution. With over 40 years of experience, Frank shares practical, no-nonsense techniques to help you grow more tomatoes with less work—whether you’re planting in rows, raised beds, or containers.

From smart seed-starting strategies to choosing the right supports (and why rebar might be your new best friend), this conversation is packed with actionable tips for gardeners of all levels. We also explore the rise of dwarf and micro-dwarf tomatoes—perfect for small spaces—and uncover a “revolutionary” approach to preventing blight by rethinking how we protect our plants from rain.

Along the way, we swap stories, challenge common gardening practices, and even talk peanut butter sandwiches (yes, really).

If you’ve ever struggled with tomato diseases, limited space, or just want a better harvest with less hassle, this episode is for you.

Tune in and start growing smarter this season 🌱

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