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August 2, 2026

๐Ÿ… Guide #005: Tomato Suckers โ€” Should You Remove Them?

Hi everyone! โค๏ธ

One of the questions I hear more than almost any other is:

"Should I remove my tomato suckers?"

The answer is... it depends.

In today's Bradwood Farm Gardening Library guide, I explain exactly what tomato suckers are, when you should remove them, and when it's actually better to leave them alone.

You'll also learn:

  • ๐Ÿ… What a tomato sucker really is

  • โœ‚๏ธ The best time to prune

  • ๐ŸŒฟ Which tomato varieties benefit most from sucker removal

  • โ˜€๏ธ How proper pruning improves airflow and helps reduce disease

  • ๐ŸŒฑ Simple tips to keep your plants healthier and more productive all season long

Whether you're growing just a few backyard tomato plants or a large garden, this printable guide will help you make the right pruning decisions with confidence.

๐Ÿ“Ž Included with today's post:

  • High-resolution printable guide (PNG)

  • Printable PDF

I hope you enjoy adding another guide to your Bradwood Farm Gardening Library!

Happy gardening!

โค๏ธ Katy