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Zone 7a | co692op added on September 6, 2023 | Answered

My tomatoes are ripening but as they start to ripen they get large black spots on them. What is causing this to happen?

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BushDoctor
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Answered on September 6, 2023

This resembles an Anthracnose fungal infection. This can be difficult to remove and treat, but it is not impossible. Here is an article that will offer more information:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/tomato/tomato-anthracnose-treatment.htm

This will help you with growing tomatoes:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/tomato/growing-tomatoes-guide.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/tomato

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