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How to Prune Tomatoes

with Lee Reich

Length: 4:34

The rapid growth of a healthy tomato plant can sometimes lead to problems. To learn how to prune your tomatoes for better health and better fruit, check out this video with Lee Reich, author of The Pruning Book.

Shot by Gary Junken; edited by Michael Dobsevage


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