Lakeside Greenhouses

Tomatoes may all look similar as seedlings, but choosing the right type can make the difference between a frustrating season and a productive one. Before you grab the first plant with a ripe-looking photo tag, it helps to understand how tomatoes are grouped—and which kinds actually fit your space, time, and expectations.

May is the month many gardeners wait for all year. The soil has warmed, the risk of hard frost has passed, and suddenly the garden feels open instead of tentative.

When people think about growing fruit at home, they often picture warm climates, long summers, and lots of space. But many fruiting plants are far more cold-tolerant—and adaptable—than expected. With the right varieties and placement, fruit growing is very possible here, even in gardens that experience cold winters and unpredictable spring weather.