solarizing soil

Question

I put in microorganisms in soil this year. If I solarize, will it kill them? For many years, I’ve had a terrible problem with tomato blight. Will solarizing help that? Thanks for your help.

Pam

Answer 1

I do not know the heat threshold of the microorganisms. They are heat lovers so my best guess is they would be safe during solarizing a garden bed.
I have listed a few links for you with more information.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/projects/how-to-solarize-garden-beds-to-eliminate-garden-pests-in-the-soil.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/tomato/tomato-blight.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/composting/basics/compost-bacteria-information.htm