Generally they will use some water overnight, but not as much as during
the day. If the soil is moist (under the surface) they should be fine.

Normally you should not need to water every day. Their roots go down
below the surface and that is what needs water. A little water every day
will only keep the top of the soil damp and may not be helping your plants
at all.

--
Joseph E. Meehan

26 + 6 = 1 It's Irish Math


"Stephen Younge" wrote in message
et...
Howdy!

I am growing a variety of tomatoes in pots and in the ground. Lately, the
very hot days are causing the tomatoes to thrive, and I finally have about
15 green tomatoes on my Early Girl, which is the furthest along.

By late afternoon, the tomatoes are in shade, looking healthy but the soil
is somewhat dry. I know it is bad for any plants to be wet overnight
(because it encourages pests). But should I give these plants another shot
of water at this time to moisten the soil for any overnight growth that
occurs? Do the tomatoes just sleep overnight or do they grow?

Stephen
Boulder, CO