Why Are Buds Dropping Off Tomato Plant It Looks So Healthy

My tomato plant looks healthy. Why are the blossoms falling off?

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#1 Comment By Heather On 02/04/2011 @ 9:18 am

This is caused by a pollination issue. Mostly, tomatoes are wind pollinated, but in damp/rainy weather or very hot weather the pollen gets sticky and does not travel well. You may need to give it some help. These articles can help:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/tomato/pollinate-tomatoes.htm ^[1]
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/beneficial/creating-a-pollinator-garden.htm ^[2]
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/beneficial/insect-pollination-process.htm ^[3]

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