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One clever gardener shared how to get an endless supply of tomatoes through plant propagation.
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Gardener Uncovers Simple Trick for "Endless" Tomato Supply, Sparks Online Discussion
Gardening Enthusiast Shares Surprising Tomato Propagation SuccessA recent video by popular gardener 'Uncle Josh Gardens' (theplanttechie) has captured significant attention, demonstrating a remarkably simple yet effective method for propagating tomato plants. The technique, which involves rooting tomato suckers directly in soil, promises an 'endless supply' of the popular fruit.In the video, uploaded on July 11, 2025, the gardener explains his initial skepticism, stating, 'This is the first year that I've tried this and it actually worked. I sort of can't believe it.' He meticulously details the process: identifying a 'sucker' – a shoot growing between the main stem and a branch – snipping it, stripping its lower leaves, and planting it directly into the ground.To prove the method's efficacy, Uncle Josh excavates a newly rooted cutting, revealing a robust network of roots. 'This little cutting put out all these roots,' he proudly exclaims, encouraging viewers to try the trick before their tomato season concludes.The video has resonated with the gardening community, garnering over 64,000 views and 910 likes. Comments reflect both success and curiosity. One viewer shared, 'I’ve got 6 more plants from suckers and they’re all fruiting,' while another noted, 'Every sucker I’ve planted has died. Even the ones I tried rooting in water,' highlighting varying experiences with the method. Despite some mixed results, the hack offers a promising way for home gardeners to extend their harvest and maximize their tomato yield.
