These heirloom tomato plants growing in Nashville Tennessee may well produce the world's most expensive tomatoes. These pictures were made on Mother's Day, marking the end of week 2 since these plants went into the ground. The largest plants have already grown to 18 inches tall.
The raised beds were made out of treated lumber salvaged from the deck that was removed from the house a few years ago. The soil is "Sta Green" brand and the 20 bags cost about $120-130. The landscape fabric cost almost $10 and the pine needles cost $12. Then there was the cost of the soaker hoses ($18 total) and the support cages ($70). The varieties of tomatoes include: Brandywine, Mortgage Lifter, Arkansas Traveler, German Green, Mr. Stripey, Amish Paste, Boxcar Willie and more. There are a few peppers and a couple of basil plants in the beds.
