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.
Good Tomato Companion Plants. 1  Carrots planted near tomatoes may not get as large as they should, but they'll still taste good. 2  Garlic repels red spider mites. Garlic sprays help control late blight. 3  Stinging nettle nearby improves taste. 4  Sow thistle aids growth.