I have already harvested at.least a half dozen big tomatoes & now they are failing...FAST!!!! I live in missouri & it has been terribly hot here with very little rain. The plants have a lot of tomatoes on them but I'm afraid at the rate that they are failing the tomatoes won't get ripe before the plants are dead! Any help would be very much appreciated. Thanks
Water, water, water! They are drought tolerant, but once the humidity drops, they will no longer fruit, and look poorly. Also, I would add a little potassium phophate. I am seeing a potassium deficiency starting, and the phosphorous will help with fruiting some.
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I have planted 2 tomato plants. They were doing good, one plant has 6 tomatoes the other has only one. Now the plants look like they are dying, but the tomato's are turning red, I bought big boy tomato's, and the ones growing are real small. What am I doing wrong? My Phone and computer are not letting me upload the pictures.
There are many diseases that could be the issue. This article will help you pinpoint the cause.
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The tomatoes in my plant are green. It's that normal? I ask because the tomatoes have no sign of turning their original color. (red). Below is a pick of the tomato tree. As you guys can read, I have been gardening for a very short time. That's to you guys I'm learning quite a lot. Still have a lot to learn. I appreciate the tips and help I get from my professional friends
Your tomatoes have gone from dark to lighter green. Next comes red! Heat over 90 F. often halts ripening of the tomatoes as the plant is stressed by the heat - even if kept watered. When (if) it cools off a bit, ripening will proceed. If serious heat is on-going, think about using "shade cloth" to lessen the sun's intensity. Here is more info on heat and tomatoes for you: https://bonnieplants.com/library/how-to-grow-tomatoes-in-hot-weather/
Hi, I have mature healthy Tomato Plants growing in raised beds.They have been irrigated daily through a drip system. However, I was away during the recent heat wave and the soil got pretty dry. The plants look great except for slight leaf curl at the base. All the tomatoes are still at the green stage, can I re moisten the soil without concern of the tomato skin cracking? Thanks! Sam
I don't think you have a choice. Tomatoes need moisture so if you don't water them, you will reduce productivity or lose the plant. Yes, uneven moisture is a risk factor for cracking but what are the options? With a drip system you are less likely to end up with soggy soil as sometimes happens with several days of heavy rain. You can always set it at a reduced drip rate or break the watering into twice daily so that moisture uptake by the plant is slow and steady.
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Both of your plants look perfectly healthy and growing well. Plants vary especially in different varieties.
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My tomatoes are deformed and are rotting at bottom. Are they edible or should I throw them away? Please help. Thank you
They are edible, but this can easily be cured. This is a calcium, and magnesium deficiency. Dolomitic lime will provide both, and prevent the issue.
Why are my tomato leaves curling
They can curl due to many reasons, including genetic. Most of the time, leaf curling is is completely normal, however, it can indicate that the pH is off. You should aim for a pH of about 6.5 to 6.9 in the soil. This will ensure that the only leaf curl is a natural leaf curl.
If you are noticing any other symptoms other than curling leaves, then it can be a sign of leaf curl virus, but in most cases this is just a defense mechanism of the tomato plant.
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