We've planted Big Boy tomatos in the past and they got monstrous, but had a tendency to go rotten before they ripened probably due to our humid summers.

This year we are trying Green Zebra. I have it in a clay pot as I have minimal space in my garden beds and I thought this would be better for air circulation. I know clay pots lose their moisture faster, but I do have it planted in moisture retentive soil - should I just put it in the ground?

What's the consensus on fertilizing? I was told if you fertilize before the fruits appear, the growth will go to the leaves. Feedback?

In any case, mine is doing really well in the ground so far. I actually wish I planted more of them.

Oh, and nitrogen fertilizer is usually a bad idea before you get your first fruit set. A lot of tomato experts say to fertilize mid-season after you've gotten a bit of fruit to spur on more growth.

Hope this helps.