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Q.Tomato Plant Leaves Look Dusty And Gray

Zone Oakland, CA | christabrow added on August 10, 2020 | Answered

Hi! I am growing tomato plants outside on a balcony, and on some of the plants the lower leaves look dusty and gray.

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BushDoctor
Certified GKH Gardening Expert
Answered on August 12, 2020

That is severe spider mite damage. It is critical that you get this under control, immediately. Not doing so will result in crop loss, and they tend to stay around for quite awhile between crop plantings.

Here are some articles that will help:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/spider-mite-treatment.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/spider-mite-control.htm

Here is an article that will help you to grow tomatoes to their potential:

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

This link will take you to a free ebook download. The ebook will offer a comprehensive run-down of how to grow healthy tomatoes:

https://blog.gardeningknowhow.com/ebooks/essential-guide-to-growing-tomatoes/

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