I have a well established clematis plant, will it hurt to grow tomatoes on either side of it since they need support too?
2006-07-06 03:56:18 · 4 answers · asked by Jami J 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Garden & Landscape
In my experience, tomatoes get way huge in the around direction so they need a different type of support than clematis do. Also, tomatoes love lots of sun while clematis like their feet in the shade so their needs are different in that area too. Tomatoes need tons of water while clematis don't, really.
Just go buy some tomato cages. They aren't that expensive. Then plant your tomatoes in full sun. Both plants will be much happier.
But that's just my opinion.
2006-07-06 04:02:03 · answer #1 · answered by parsonsel 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
i wouldnt think it would hurt anything but it will crowd the clematis and possibly tug and pull on the vines which could harm it. also it may take over the water suppy of the clematis. well u have my answer but it may not be the best for i have had no luck w/my clematis. seems that is the only plant i have that i just cant satisfy. good luck
2006-07-06 11:04:02 · answer #2 · answered by Just another name 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would think that if you have room on either side of the clematis, and the trellis (or whatever you're using for support) can handle the added weight, it should be okay. Just make sure it's strong enough.
2006-07-06 11:00:17 · answer #3 · answered by grahamma 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I doubt it. You can build one big support for the both of them. Just make sure to sink your stakes or supports deep enough.
2006-07-06 10:59:23 · answer #4 · answered by Sugar Pie 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋