Is it ok to grow just one plant? Some plants don't seem to grow well
unless there are two of them. Also, will this grow well in a 15-gallon
bucket (~2.25 sq. ft, 18" deep)? Not a lot of room left in the garden,
so looking to do a Galahad tomato in a 15-gallon container.

Thanks,
Dave

Dave wrote:
Is it ok to grow just one plant? Some plants don't seem to grow well
unless there are two of them. Also, will this grow well in a 15-gallon
bucket (~2.25 sq. ft, 18" deep)? Not a lot of room left in the garden,
so looking to do a Galahad tomato in a 15-gallon container.

might be a bit small of a container for a larger variety.
so you'll need to be sure to keep it properly watered.

tomatoes are self-fertile, if they don't seem to be setting
many fruits you can ding the flowers with your finger or shake
the plant once in a while. also, if it gets too hot out you
can also drench the plant to cool it off (which may increase
disease pressure but if it is a choice between a crop and no
crop i'll take the disease too as often by the time the plant
is seriously affected the crop is mostly done anyways).


songbird

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Dave wrote:
Is it ok to grow just one plant? Some plants don't seem to grow well
unless there are two of them. Also, will this grow well in a 15-gallon
bucket (~2.25 sq. ft, 18" deep)? Not a lot of room left in the garden,
so looking to do a Galahad tomato in a 15-gallon container.

might be a bit small of a container for a larger variety.
so you'll need to be sure to keep it properly watered.

tomatoes are self-fertile, if they don't seem to be setting
many fruits you can ding the flowers with your finger or shake
the plant once in a while. also, if it gets too hot out you
can also drench the plant to cool it off (which may increase
disease pressure but if it is a choice between a crop and no
crop i'll take the disease too as often by the time the plant
is seriously affected the crop is mostly done anyways).


songbird

The BBC suggests 25 to 30 litres volume for growing in a "grow bag" equates
to about 2 plants per bag.
Your 15 gallon bucket would easily do if google's conversions are true

https://www.gardenersworld.com/how-t...a-growing-bag/

Mike

It's absolutely okay to grow just one plant, especially if space is limited. While some plants benefit from companionship, like certain herbs or pollinator-attracting flowers, others, like tomatoes, can thrive on their own. The Galahad tomato, specifically bred for container gardening, should do well in a 15-gallon container. Just ensure it gets adequate sunlight, water, and nutrients.

The 15-gallon container you're considering provides a decent amount of space for root growth. As long as you provide proper support for the tomato plant as it grows, regular watering, and appropriate fertilizer, it should flourish.

If you're looking for more information on growing tomatoes in containers, read this article.

https://coirmedia.com/blogs/growing-...-in-grow-bags/