The seed’s first split—where earth and light begin the story.
Why I started Tomato Vine I was twenty-five, kneeling in a rented backyard in Portland with a shovel full of dirt that smelled like wet newspaper and defeat.
Founder & Editor
I’ve always had a green thumb—whether it’s coaxing tomatoes to ripen just right or reviving a struggling houseplant with nothing but a little patience. My parents grew up on a small farm in Georgia, and I spent my childhood sneaking seeds from their garden to plant in the cracks of our city sidewalk.
This site is where I share the lessons I’ve learned from dirt under my nails, seasons of failure, and the quiet joy of watching something grow from just a seed.
Here, you’ll find no-nonsense advice, practical tips, and a little bit of the wonder I still feel every time I see a sprout push through the soil.
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