Also known as tamarillo, the tree tomato is an unusual plant grown for its egg-shaped, flavorful fruit. When you see a fruit ...

A new family tree of the plant genus Solanum helps explain the striking diversity of their fruit color and size. This genus includes tomatoes, potatoes, eggplants, and other economically important ...

Cherry tomatoes are available year round but are at their best from June to October. Look for firm-fleshed, well-coloured fruit with clear skin and no signs of bruising. Remove from any plastic ...

More than 60 years ago, Mannon Gallegly bred the first tomato that could stand up to Phytophthora infestans, otherwise known as tomato blight. (Kristian Thacker) MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — On a morning ...

Tea tree oil may have benefits for topical use. It may target certain bacteria and support skin health when used as directed. Tea tree oil is an essential oil with several uses, including keeping ...

While some fruits and vegetables don't come in very many varieties, tomatoes are one form of produce that does. There are more than 10,000 varieties of tomatoes worldwide, with the most popular ...

Nothing beats the ephemeral joy of eating summer tomatoes. Whether you use them to top a juicy tart or tomato sandwich, add them to a caprese salad, or simply sprinkle them with Maldon salt to ...

The addition of cream and butter heightens this simple tomato sauce without making it heavy. It's special but not extravagant, a wonderful choice for any night of the week. Recipes published by ...

For adults, a swing can bring back fond memories of childhood. Tree swings can also build core muscles and develop motor skills in users young and old. A big, strong limb can support a backyard ...

ranging from sizable red tomatoes and purple eggplants to the poisonous green berries on potato plants. A new and improved family tree of this group, produced by an international team led by ...