Cutting back foliage around indeterminate varieties exposes them to sunlight which can allow sun-ripening to occur and enhance flavor (depending on the specific variety).
At the end of the season for determinate tomatoes, and throughout the season for indeterminate tomatoes, pruning can help ripen fruits more quickly.This benefit can even make up for the slightly lower yields that result from pruning, while keeping the fruits large and healthy! You can fit more plants in your growing space when your tomatoes are kept in check, as you will have more space to plant them a little close to one another.Although you may be able to get more fruits in theory without pruning, they are more likely to become damaged by disease or pests and may be smaller in size. Bigger fruits can be a notable benefit of pruning, as the plant is able to focus much of its energy on existing fruits instead of new growth.Well pruned plants will provide you with more opportunity to see issues as they arise, especially as you will be working on the plants more often.If your tomatoes become a tangled mess, it is very unlikely you will be able to see the underside of a leaf where eggs are being laid, or the early signs of a fungal infection before it’s too late. More space between leaves also allows you to spot and treat pest or disease presence more quickly.This is especially beneficial if you live in an area with lots of rain because the leaves will dry more quickly, and wet tomato leaves are very prone to fungal infections! As a result this reduces the likelihood of many disease pathogens breeding and spreading amongst your tomato plants. Pruning can improve airflow by thinning out the foliage between and within plants.
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