08/13/2026
About to plant my fall tomatoes next week. My summer crop is almost dried up.
If you want a fall tomato harvest, now is the time to plant. Gardeners in north Louisiana should aim to get transplants in the ground by mid-August, while those in south Louisiana can plant through early September.
Be prepared to stay on top of watering and pest management because of the heat. Choose heat-tolerant varieties such as Florida 91, Phoenix, Sun Leaper, Solar Set, Sunmaster and Talladega.