# 467 - Planting Day: Tomatoes – when to plant and exactly what to do step by step

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Podcast: [The Beginner's Garden with Jill McSheehy](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-beginner-s-garden-with-jill-mcsheehy-743200)
Published: 2026-04-14T10:14:00+00:00
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## Resource

Struggling to know when to plant tomatoes without risking frost? Wondering how deep to plant or what actually matters on planting day? In this episode, you'll learn a step-by-step tomato planting process so you can start strong and grow a healthy harvest. Tomato planting day can feel exciting… and a little uncertain. In this episode, I walk you through exactly how I decide when it's safe to plant, how I prep my planting holes, and what I do right after planting to give my tomatoes the best start possible. Free Download: Tomato Diseases Guide Quickly identify common tomato problems and learn what to do next so you can protect your harvest. 👉 http://journeywithjill.net/lazy-gardeners-guide Key Takeaways How to decide the right time to plant tomatoes What nighttime temperatures really matter How deep to plant tomatoes for stronger roots How spacing impacts airflow and disease What (if anything) to add to the planting hole Resource Links Tomato Diseases Guide (free): http://journeywithjill.net/lazy-gardeners-guide Friday Emails (newsletter): https://journeywithjill.net/gardensignup Recommended Brands & Products: https://journeywithjill.net/recommended-brands-and-products/ Complete Garden Planner: https://shop.journeywithjill.net/ Sponsor for This Episode Cozy Earth Premium bedding and loungewear designed for comfort and better sleep. Use code JILL for a special discount. 👉 http://cozyearth.com Garden in Minutes An easy-to-install garden irrigation system that saves time and ensures consistent watering. Use code Jill for 7% off. 👉 http://journeywithjill.net/gardeninminutes Disclaimer Gardening advice shared in this podcast is based on my own experience in Zone 8a (Arkansas) and from the feedback I receive from others in different gardening contexts. Your results may differ…

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