b Cool summer. h Average temp. over 65 F. k Average temp. under 65 F. A combination of tropical location, high altitude and a large body of water produce a climate in the Chapala area that is second to none in the world.
The tomatoes I grew last year were really good, just didn't produce many. This year I would like to add some ammendments to the soil, and have been thinking a mixture of blood meal, bone meal, and worm castings.I have a raised bed approx 8 x 16 or 128 sq ft. I was thinking I would mix all three of these and till in, and then plant maybe mid April.his year I would like to add some ammendments to the soil, and have been thinking a mixture of blood meal, bone meal, and worm castings. I have a raised bed approx 8 x 16 or 128 sq ft.
BASIL repels flies and mosquitoes, and studies have shown that Basil can increase the yield of tomatoes. Basil can be helpful in repelling thrips (an insect that will feed on leaves). Do not plant near rue or sage. CARROTS benefit tomatoes by breaking up soil with their long roots and creating space for water and air to flow to tomato plant roots. Tomatoes benefit carrots by secreting a natural insecticide, solanine, which carrots can absorb.