Tomatoes are sometimes considered no-brainers to grow -- fruitful, rambunctious weeds that can thrive on indifference. That may be true for bush tomatoes, the varieties that politely grow to a certain size and then set out their fruit at about the same time.

Growing-Tomatoes-FeatheryBut so-called indeterminate tomatoes, which include most heirlooms, require more attention. These plants easily can out-grow their welcome, sending out vines with minds of their own.