On Tue, 17 Oct 2006 19:03:47 +0100, "H"
wrote:

Hi,

I have had a problem this year with my Tomatos splitting, can anyone explain
why this has been happening.

Yes some varieties split more than others but it is caused by
irregular watering and too much heat.
When they are a bit dry, growth and fruit-swelling slow down, the
skins toughen a bit, and then when they take up more water, the fruit
swell and hey presto, the skins split.

Pam in Bristol