Baldwin's Extension Report: Tips offered on growing tomatoes in south Alabama | al.com: "Tomatoes are the most popular crop for Alabama vegetable gardens, but getting the most out of the tomatoes you plant requires more planning and careful work than any other crop.
When growing tomatoes, site selection is an important consideration. Tomatoes grow best when planted in a sunny location, one that gets at least 6 hours of full sun a day during the growing season."