HWB, If you haven't finalized this project for untreated tomato stakes I would recommend Tung oil. Formby's, Hope's, or online at Real Milk Paint tung oil is a natural product, i.e. non-toxic that soaks into the wood. A protectant like this should last for years. I have used on many exterior wood projects with amazing results.
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