Tomatoes Are Dying Or Not Producing Fruit

Question

I have Roma and cherry tomatoes growing late in the season. Started really well with good initial trusses especially with the cherry. Tomatoes were perfect. But the lower leaves began to turn brown and die. Any Roma tomatoes were falling off the plant before being ripe; . Flowers were small and did not set fruit. Getting lots of side shoots near the bottom of the main stem. No sign of pest or fungal problems. Have I overwatered?

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Answer 1

The soil looks to be very heavy in clay content. I would consider amending with compost and earthworms for next season. Alternatively, you cantest the pH and nutrient contents and add non-nutritive ingredients, like perlite or vermiculite, and add liquid nutrients later on. I prefer the first option, but both are viable.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/testing-soil.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/soil-ph-plants.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/composting/vermicomposting/benefits-of-garden-worms.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/how-to-improve-clay-soil.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/organic/how-to-easily-improve-your-clay-soil.htm

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