Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Tomatoes are one of the easiest crops to grow… until early-season mistakes quietly set them back for weeks.
In this livestream, we’re talking about what happens to tomato plants early in the season that most gardeners don’t notice until it’s too late.
A few small decisions in spring can make the difference between plants that struggle all season—and plants that take off.
We’ll look at:
• One of the biggest early-season tomato mistakes gardeners make
• Why some tomato plants stall after planting
• A common step gardeners rush that stresses plants
• A mistake that can contribute to tomato problems later in the season
We’ll also open it up for live tomato and spring garden Q&A, so bring your questions!
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3/16: No Livestream
3/23: Happy Spring!
3/30: March Garden FAQ
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Tomatoes are one of the easiest crops to grow… until early-season mistakes quietly set them back for weeks.
In this livestream, we’re talking about what happens to tomato plants early in the season that most gardeners don’t notice until it’s too late.
A few small decisions in spring can make the difference between plants that struggle all season—and plants that take off.
We’ll look at:
• One of the biggest early-season tomato mistakes gardeners make
• Why some tomato plants stall after planting
• A common step gardeners rush that stresses plants
• A mistake that can contribute to tomato problems later in the season
We’ll also open it up for live tomato and spring garden Q&A, so bring your questions!
LIVESTREAM SCHEDULE FOR MARCH: (Monday's, noon, PT)
3/16: No Livestream
3/23: Happy Spring!
3/30: March Garden FAQ
► 50% OFF CaliKim Seed Collections
Use code CG50 for newly updated, spring-ready varieties chosen for raised beds, containers, pollinators & quick harvests
calikimgardenandhome.com/collections/seed-collections
Ends 3/10/26
WATCH FOR MORE GARDEN TIPS:
youtube.com/watch?v=ohYsZHpcZJw&list=PLH4z_9MDD00LeOpG3ObMqLw5j4QV-7Dc6&index=1&t=1s
youtube.com/watch?v=qYF26_Us-y0&list=PLH4z_9MDD00LGYcwxp-QZ8cUUcsZSEkJD&index=1
youtube.com/watch?v=BodGyRoa4xk&list=PLH4z_9MDD00LhnQImrBkZDHaXqdoLf-Ku&index=2&t=1s
youtube.com/watch?v=5xnl-HJ-i6s&list=PLH4z_9MDD00JBj5aZyKxAjApfU7WhiK1L&index=2&t=2s
☀️ OUR GO-TO GARDEN GEAR
📘 BOOKS
The 10-Minute Gardener, Organic Gardening for Everyone and The 10 Minute Gardener
Grab a signed, personalized copy here:
calikimgardenandhome.com/pages/10-minute-gardener
🗓 GARDEN PLANNING (Total game-changer)
CaliKim Garden Planner – Your personalized planting plan, done for you
Simple, fun & stress-free • Start your FREE trial:
calikim.gardenplanner.com
🐛 PEST & DISEASE CONTROL
Monterey Lawn & Garden – Organic solutions we trust and use
💥 20% off site-wide with code CALIKIM20
montereylawngarden.com
Email your pest & disease control questions with a photo of your plant issue to questions@montereylawngarden.com and the Monterey team will send you an answer!
🌿 SOIL & PLANT FOOD
Master Nursery Bumper Crop Soils & Plant Foods
Including NEW Raised Bed Soil
Available at local independent Master Nursery Garden Centers
Find one near you & support local:
bumpercrop.com/store-locator
💧 DRIP IRRIGATION & MICRO-SPRAYERS
Mister Landscaper – Water smarter, not harder
💥 20% off with code CaliKim
🚚 FREE shipping on orders $49+
misterlandscaper.com
🪴 YOUR ONE-STOP ONLINE GARDEN SHOP
Garden Your Way – Tools, supplies & garden favorites
💥 10% off with code CALIKIM
🚚 Free shipping on orders over $75
gardenyourway.com
AMAZON DISCLOSURE:
As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
Helpful Amazon pages:
Patio, Lawn & Garden Bestsellers: amzn.to/3QBsAHB
Plant support structures: amzn.to/3DnVzvw
Seed starting supplies: amzn.to/30kbmDG
Grow lights: amzn.to/2NlY5FB
Garden tools: amzn.to/2RiwRRq
📍 WHERE TO FIND ME:
Seed & Garden Shop: calikimgardenandhome.com
Instagram (CaliKim): instagram.com/calikim29
Instagram (CameraGuy): instagram.com/calicameraguy
Facebook: facebook.com/CaliKimGardenandHomeDIY
