Should I remove Tomato Leaves?

Tomato Care Tips: Pruning and Leaf Removal for Bountiful Harvest Greenhouse Gardening
Join us in the greenhouse for a crucial tomato maintenance session! In this informative video, we guide you through the process of pruning tomato plants to ensure a prolific harvest. It's August here in the UK, a bit late for this task, but we're still optimising our tomato plants for the best results. Our towering 9-foot tall tomato plants (2.7 meters for European viewers) need some attention.
Learn why it's essential to trim the tops of tomato plants to redirect their energy towards fruit production instead of excessive growth. We make some bold decisions, even cutting off trusses to give other parts of the plant a better chance at ripening in our climate before autumn arrives.
Stay tuned as we demonstrate the art of removing lower leaves from the tomato plants. This serves a dual purpose: improving sunlight exposure to developing tomatoes and enhancing air circulation to prevent tomato blight. Witness the transformation as we delicately trim leaves, allowing the vibrant green vines to shine.
We'll walk you through the process step by step, all while sharing insights into our gardening philosophy. Discover when to remove side shoots and why some foliage is left intact. As the first tomatoes of the season start to ripen, we take a moment to relish the rewards of our efforts.
Don't miss out on these valuable tomato care techniques! Whether you're an experienced gardener or just starting, our tips and tricks will help you achieve a thriving tomato harvest. Remember to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on all things gardening. Happy growing!

[@TheEnduringGardener]

Third video in a matter of weeks Mark, good to see 👍🏼

[@SpencerCollection]

I know! Trying to be a bit more consistent let’s see if it continues 😂 Thanks for watching 😊

[@honeydew4576]

I have considered doing this too, but I figure that when it starts getting cold, I will harvest all the green tomatoes and let them ripen on the kitchen counter.

[@SpencerCollection]

Yes that is an alternative and at the end of the season we do have a few green ones to ripen indoors. Cutting back the foliage does really help though from my experience. Thanks for watching 😊

[@honeydew4576]

Thanks for the helpful video!@@SpencerCollection