Good plant, mediocre results — what went wrong with my Tomato

Tomato is clearly a great plant — I can see that from other people's results. Mine has been decent but not spectacular, and I think I know why.

I underestimated the importance of feeding with a high-potassium fertiliser once flowering begins in the early stages and paid for it. aphid colonies on brassicas and soft growth also knocked the plant back at a critical point. It lives in a raised bed in full sun with good-quality compost which is probably not quite right but it's the best I can do in my space. satisfaction of harvesting food you grew yourself is visible but muted. planting out and establishing after last frost gave me hope — there are glimpses of what it could be. Three stars for now with potential for four.