How to Plant Tomatoes in Sims 4

Planting tomatoes in Sims 4 is a great way to start your own garden and provide your Sims with fresh produce. Here are the steps to successfully plant and grow tomatoes in the game.

Step 1: Purchase Tomato Seeds

To begin growing tomatoes, you must first purchase the tomato seeds from the Buy Mode catalog. You can find them under the Outdoor section, in the Gardening tab. Click on the tomato seeds and add them to your inventory.

Step 2: Prepare Your Garden

Once you have the tomato seeds, it is time to prepare your garden space. Select a level area with adequate sunlight, away from any trees or buildings. Clear the ground of any rocks or debris. You may also want to add a sprinkler system to keep your plants watered.

Step 3: Plant the Tomato Seeds

Now it is time to plant your tomato seeds. Select a patch of cleared ground and click on the tomato seeds in your inventory. Choose the plant option, and your Sims will begin planting the seeds.

Step 4: Water the Tomato Plants

After planting the tomato seeds, you will need to water the plants. Click on the tomato plants and choose the water option. You should water them daily to keep the soil moist.

Step 5: Fertilize the Tomato Plants

To help your tomato plants grow faster and produce more fruit, you can fertilize them. Click on the tomato plants and choose the fertilize option. You can use either the Cheap Fertilizer or the Quality Fertilizer, depending on your budget.

Step 6: Weed the Tomato Plants

Weeds can sometimes grow around your tomato plants and absorb nutrients from the soil. To prevent this, you should weed the area around your plants. Click on the tomato plants and choose the weed option.

Step 7: Harvest the Tomatoes

It takes approximately five days for your tomato plants to mature and start producing fruit. Once they are ready, you can click on the plants and choose the harvest option. Your Sims will collect the tomatoes and place them in their inventory.

Step 8: Cook with the Tomatoes

Once you have harvested your tomatoes, you can use them to cook a variety of dishes. Choose the fridge option and select the cook option. Click on the tomato and select the recipe you want to make. You can make dishes like Tomato Grilled Cheese, Tomato Salad or Tomato Omelette.

Growing your own vegetables is a rewarding experience, even in Sims 4. By following these steps, you can successfully plant tomatoes and begin enjoying the benefits of fresh produce in your Sim's diet.