Tomato super soldiers?

We're Trying a Grafting Experiment!
Ever heard of a "designer tomato"? At Bardwell Farm, we're all about pushing the boundaries and bringing you the best! That's why we're experimenting with tomato grafting.

Here's the lowdown: grafting combines the rootstock (bottom) of one tomato plant with the scion (top) of another. This allows us to create plants with the best of both worlds!

Why graft?

• Increased Yields: Some rootstocks promote stronger growth and better fruit production.
• Disease Resistance: Certain rootstocks are naturally resistant to soil-borne diseases, protecting the tomatoes.
• Resilience: Grafted plants can be more tolerant of environmental stresses.

Think of it like creating your own super tomato! ‍

Johnny's Seeds to the Rescue!
To get started, we sought advice from the experts at Johnny's Seeds. They helped us choose the perfect tomato varieties for grafting based on their complementary strengths.

Building the Perfect Grafting Environment
But grafting isn't magic! We had to create a special humidity chamber to maintain a constant 70°F temperature and complete darkness. This allows the graft union to heal properly and form a strong connection.

Stay tuned! We'll keep you updated on this little experiment of ours and share the results. Will these "super tomatoes" live up to the hype? Only time will tell!

The experiment begins!

Humidity Chamber

Striped German Heirloom Tomatoes