Please see the attached picture - my tomato plant seems to be growing roots well above ground! This branch is about 18" or more above soil level. There are several branches that are doing this same thing. What would cause this? Do I need to do anything about it?

The plant is in a 5 gallon bucket, and otherwise appears healthy. Thanks!

Jennie

Those are called adventitious roots. They tend to grow when the plant is exposed to really wet/damp conditions, so if it's been raining a lot where you are, then that's why they're appearing. They don't harm the plant or anything, so you can leave them without any bad effects.

I've heard that a lot of adventitious roots can indicate a compromised or cramped root stock below soil, but I've seen them form on even the healthiest of plants. Either way, your plant will be fine.

Dave