Adding live plants in your aquarium helps recreate a natural ecosystem, and may be one of the most beneficial ways to keep your fish healthy. Plants provide shelter and security for the fish. Because they compete with algae for nutrients, they can help to reduce algae growth. Live plants enhance the appearance and provide a much more natural environment for the fish. By improving water quality and reducing stress, live plants are a great way to improve your fishes' health.
Planting the Tomato Plant. 1  1. Choose a sunny spot. Place tomato plants in full sun. 2  2. Space the plants 18 to 36 inches (45 to 90 cm) apart. This is usually enough space to allow you to get in between the plants to water, weed, and harvest. 3  3. Transplant the plant deeply. Bury about 50 to 80 percent of the plant.
To help tomato seedlings become sturdier, you can lay them on their sides and cover them with soil. Leave the tops exposed; after a couple days, the tops will straighten and begin to grow upright. Once tomato plants become sturdy enough, you should stake them for further support. Staking tomatoes also makes harvesting easier, as the fruits are more accessible since they are kept off the ground. Tomatoes require a lot of water; therefore, to help retain moisture, you should always mulch tomato plants.