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Tomato Pests & Diseases
mfran12345

Black rot on bottom of tomatoes

mfran12345 (Zone 6b, northeast PA)
9 years ago

I'm struggling to grow good tomatoes. Plenty on the plant but most have the bottom portion rotting away and turning black. The plants seem to be shriveling up lately too. Any idea what it could be or tips? Thanks. I'll post pictures later today. Thanks

Comments (3)

  • Aaron_Wisconsin_
    9 years ago

    check out "blossom end rot"

  • jean001a
    9 years ago

    Cause: Uneven moisture supply in the pot/soil.
    Treatment: Tighten up your watering practices.

    Worst with potted plants.

  • mfran12345 (Zone 6b, northeast PA)
    Original Author
    9 years ago

    Thanks. I will have to be more careful with watering. I appreciate the advice.

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