Propagation: Propagation: part XIII based on my own experience, 1 by

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Years ago when I was raising a family, I grew a lot of vegetables, including tomatoes. I never bought tomato plant, but sowed them. We tend to get late frost on occasion even in early June so covers are important. I always set out some tomatoes before it was safe to do so.

Below is the mini greenhouse over a tomato plant made from a gallon milk container. The bottom is cut off, and a dowel is threaded through to hold the container in place. I cut a doorway for ventilation. Not only does it protect against frost, but it shades newly planted tomatoes, yet still get enough light. Also even on a sunny day, you can leave it on and not worry about overheating.

The doorway can be cut smaller, to enlarge as the plant grows.