Get ready for a juicy conversation! This week on Ojai Talk of the Town, we welcome Scott Daigre, founder of Tomatomania!, the country’s largest heirloom and hybrid tomato seedling sale. What started in the 1990s as a small nursery event has blossomed into a can’t-miss springtime tradition across Southern California, with dozens of locations offering an incredible variety of tomato plants, expert advice, and all the inspiration you need for your garden and kitchen.

Scott shares the origins of Tomatomania and what makes tomatoes so endlessly fascinating. We dig into the best growing tips, surprising heirloom varieties, and even a few favorite ways to enjoy summer’s most beloved fruit. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a curious newbie, this episode is ripe with insights and stories you won’t want to miss!

🎧 Listen now and get ready for tomato season! 🍅

We also talk about Ojai's peculiar micro-climates, local topics and controversies and much more. We did not discuss Keir Starmer's lordship, Mark Twain's book "The Gilded Age," or the discovery of new Easter Island statues.

Check out more at Tomatomania.com where you can also purchase Scott's seminal book, "Tomatomania!" on tomato growing and cooking.