HOME VEGETABLE GARDENING 
TOMATO 
npHE tomato is a true American! It originated on 
-l- this continent, probably in Peru. Its present state 
of perfection is due largely to the efforts of an American, 
Mr. A. W. Livingston, of tomato fame. Nowhere in 
the world has the tomato reached the standard of per- 
fection as with us. Nearly every section of our country 
has developed special varieties that thrive better there 
than in any other place. 
Next to potatoes, tomatoes (belonging to the same 
plant family botanically) are of greater importance to us 
as a food than any other vegetable, excepting corn. Be- 
cause tomatoes are at home with us, they will thrive and 
yield handsome crops for any home gardener who cares 
to read the simple directions and suggestions offered on 
pages 122-127 and 144-150. 
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