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Topsy Turvy Tomato Plants Are Too Much Fun!

I know. They look silly. And no self-respecting tomato farmer would be caught dead with a Topsy Turvy Tomato plant growing on his front porch.

But they're fun! And the really grow! And you really get lots of tomatoes!

You probably feel the same way I do when it comes to those 'As Seen On TV' products. I don't usually pay them much attention.

But I love to grow things and who doesn't love fresh tomatoes? So I had to give it a shot!

Go ahead. Get yourself a Topsy Turvy Tomato. I promise, I won't tell a soul!

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  1. Felknor Ventures 82506 Topsy Turvy Upside-Down Tomato Planter
  2. How To Attract Hummingbirds To Your Yard
  3. Topsy Turvy® Hummingbird Upside Down Planter
  4. Felknor Ventures TT041112 Topsy Turvy Strawberry Planter
  5. Herb Garden Kits
  6. Indoor Garden Kits
  7. Topsy Turvy Tomato Planter News
  8. Gardening (Plexo)
  9. Are you going to try a Topsy Turvy planter this year?
  10. Animal Lenses

Felknor Ventures 82506 Topsy Turvy Upside-Down Tomato Planter

C'mon! I know they look like they really shouldn't work. But the do! You'll get dozens and dozens of tomatoes off of each Topsy Turvy Tomato Plant. Trust me! I'm still eating the tomatoes I put up from last year!

Use that space in your garden for more cucumbers or beans because you can hang these anywhere. Just give them some sunshine and water and a little bit of love and BAM! Topsy Turvy Tomatoes!

Felknor Ventures 82506 Topsy Turvy Upside-Down Tomato Planter

Felknor Ventures 82506 Topsy Turvy Upside-Down Tomato Planter

Amazon Price: $2.68 (as of 06/01/2012)Buy Now

The hardest part about growing tomatoes is getting out there and putting up the stakes. Then you have to tie up the plants. And the whole time you're stepping on vines, smashing tomatoes and... well, it's just a pain.

You have to admit, these just look like to much fun! And you don't have to mess around with stakes!

How To Attract Hummingbirds To Your Yard

Hummingbirds live all over North America and they've probably flown right through your backyard. They're very friendly little creatures and once they find something in your yard that piques their interest they hang around and build a nest.

Hummingbirds migrate South in the winter but if they found you yard once, they'll return year after year. All you have to do is find a way to attract them that first time and soon you'll have more of these little guys than you can count.

The best thing to do is plant lots of colorful flowers. They particularly like reds and purples.

They're also attracted to hummingbird feeders and they really don't care if it's one of those big fancy ones or the cheap ones you can pick up at the dollar store.

Put colorful flowers and a couple of feeders around your deck and soon you'll start to hear their little wings buzzing. And once they move in, as long as you keep the flowers and food going, they'll come back year after year.

Topsy Turvy® Hummingbird Upside Down Planter

You may not realize it but there are hummingbirds native to every state in America, and some of them travel right through your back yard.

They really are attracted to these hummingbird bushes. I know because I have a few around my deck and the same family of hummingbirds has been visiting me for 12 years now.

Topsy Turvy® Hummingbird Upside Down Planter - red

Topsy Turvy® Hummingbird Upside Down Planter - red

Amazon Price: $0.01 (as of 06/01/2012)Buy Now

No space for a real flower garden? Hummingbirds are attracted by colorful flowers and this is one of their favorite plants.

Hang it from a post on your porch or on the side of a fence. Since it hangs it doesn't take up much space. As soon as it blooms, start watching for hummingbirds. They'll be around!

Felknor Ventures TT041112 Topsy Turvy Strawberry Planter

If you're going to plant tomatoes you have to plant strawberries, too! And why not? You'll have plenty of room with these Topsy Turvy Strawberries. They don't take up any room either because you can hang this planter anywhere.

Enjoy fresh berries with your breakfast cereal and put some in your home made ice cream. Strawberries mean summertime and you'll have plenty when this plant starts to bloom!

Felknor Ventures TT041112 Topsy Turvy Strawberry Planter

Felknor Ventures TT041112 Topsy Turvy Strawberry Planter

Amazon Price: $2.68 (as of 05/31/2012)Buy Now

I love these Topsy Turvy planters! Everything you need is right here. You just plant, water and hang them where they can get some sun. Nothing could be easier and they don't take up much space. But boy do they produce!

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Topsy Turvy Tomato Planter News

Getting' dirty
What about some hanging planters? They've got Topsy Turvy planters for tomatoes, strawberries and hot peppers ($3.98 to $6.97). ?Do those things even work?? my wife asked, before pointing out that I'd need to put in heavy-duty hangers to hold them.
Slack tide: 50 random thoughts on a rainy Sunday morning
I haven't even opened that Topsy Turvy indoor tomato planter I bought in a moment of late-night weakness. 37. If I ever publish a book of humorous personal essays about life in Southeast Alaska, I'm going to title it ?Dress Your Family in Neoprene and ...
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Start easy with the Miracle-Gro Kids Gravity Gro Station, a hanging tomato planter complete with seeds, soil and growing instructions. This outdoor planter is designed to grow the tomatoes upside down, which keeps the vines and fruits within reach of ...
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Are you going to try a Topsy Turvy planter this year?

  • Irenemaria May 7, 2012 @ 8:05 am | delete
    This is just about what I have room to put on my tiny balcony! Thanks for the tips
  • IMKZRNU Apr 17, 2012 @ 4:22 am | delete
    I actually got one on sale at the end of last season and am now excited to get it planted! Great lens!
  • DarleneN Apr 10, 2012 @ 3:05 pm | delete
    I see those planters all over town. We usually have cool summers here in the UP, so I don't know how well they work around here. We're going to grow our tomator plants in a cold frame this year so they stay warm enough to actually make tomatoes!
  • scarlettohairy Apr 10, 2012 @ 1:29 pm | delete
    I might have to try one (in the fall when it's not so hot here). This looks like a good-producing tomato planter!
  • gypsykitschpress Apr 10, 2012 @ 11:24 am | delete
    I love my Topsy Turvy. We used it last year and it was so cool to walk out on the back patio and pick a fresh tomato. Very cool. Great lens.
  • veryirie Mar 26, 2012 @ 2:17 pm | delete
    Truly, I've been wanting to try these Topsy Turvy planters for tomatoes. I'm all for any form of vertical gardening and these upside down planters look perfect to hang off the lanai. :)
  • Frischy Mar 26, 2012 @ 9:09 am | delete
    This might work to keep the squirrels out of the tomatoes. Maybe. I think it might. May have to try it!
  • Ruthi Mar 26, 2012 @ 8:58 am | delete
    I have been tempted to buy a couple of these Topsy Turvy planters this year. Tomatoes, of course, but an upside down flower garden for the hummingbirds sounds pretty too.
  • dellgirl Feb 12, 2012 @ 11:56 pm | delete
    Interesting lens, it’s very different. You did a great job presenting this, thanks for taking time to put this together.
  • nightbear Feb 4, 2012 @ 12:33 am | delete
    It's so neat that what started out as a tomato experiment has turned into a gardening industry. These can be very beautiful. Blessed
  • Tipi Jan 31, 2012 @ 8:25 pm | delete
    Topsy Turvy planters are just cool and allow just about anyone with a place to hang it to do successful gardening and reap the fruits of very little labor.
  • cryptid Jan 28, 2012 @ 12:21 pm | delete
    In all honesty, I think farmers (yes, even self-respecting ones) could really benefit from having a Topsy Turvy tomato plant. With how many tomatoes they can output, the benefits can certainly outweigh the costs. The ability to grow this fruit (or vegetable) upside down can allow people to save space, or rather make use of their space in a whole new way. Of course, your average homeowner could definitely benefit from this product as well. It is unique, lasts a while, is an interesting piece to talk about with friends and family when they come over; and of course it puts out great tasting food that you can actually use! Not surprisingly, my mom already managed to buy one of these when they were on a television infomercial some time back; so I can verify just how cool they are, and that they actually work really well! I enjoyed your lens, and love this product too! Keep up the good work!
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