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"Coyote" cherry tomato
Posted by madabouteu(8A - central Alabama)
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seysonn(8a WA/HZ 1)Updated Some people here will post/make comments if the OP is asking for help. Then you will see a big crowd hanging around, everybody wanting to help you with their expertise. But since you did not hint any need for help nobody has made ...
Celebrity tomatoes not bearing fruit?
Posted by Shay_Mason
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missingtheobvious(Blue Ridge 7a)Updated When daytime temps approach the mid-90s, fruit won't set.
Help I Didnt get my plants out of the plastic pots
Posted by newbie8604
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seysonn(8a WA/HZ 1)Updated Depending on when you planted out, probably your plants roots are still bound in the container. I would get a spade/shovel and take it out. Then cut the plastic pot onto piece, remove the plant and replant with least disturbance a...
Jaune Negib or Aunt Gertie's Gold?
Posted by bart1(6/7 Northern VA)
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bart1(6/7 Northern VA)Updated Yep! AGG is on my "must plant" list every year, but since mine didn't take off I was thinking/wondering if it was a good time to try a different type.
what is wrong with this picture?
Posted by ettaterrell(7)
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ettaterrell(7)Updated DING DING DING!! The winners are stink bugs! found about 3 on a few of the tomato's yesterday!! I was like "there you stinkers are!" lol Thanks everyone for the help I will keep and eye out daily for them now and keep th...
What do Epson Salts do for Tomato plants?
Posted by RyanC95(7B)
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djkj(9b)Updated Hey Ryan - Do note that Epsom Salt also contains Sulfur. According to a research at University Of Florida, adding Sulfur to soil yield more tomatoes. Plants such as tomatoes, peppers, and roses need high levels of magnesium for op...
Watering Container Tomatoes?
Posted by hockingapple
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sharonrossyUpdated Another point, you need to continue to fertilize frequently as well, a diluted solution every couple of days. Dave and Ohiofem can verify that. I don't have a drip irrigation system either and I can't attest to it, but I think you...
Picking Cherry Tomatoes
Posted by Summer_Squash
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sharonrossyUpdated Hi just thought I'd add my two cents. I'm growing Sun Sugar which I prefer over Sun Gold but they are similar, sun sugar is a hybrid. I grew Gold Nugget last year and did not care for it, but again, it's a personal choice. I found...
White bugs/ residue on tomatoes
Posted by rbreedi1(Tennessee Zone 7b)
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rbreedi1(Tennessee Zone 7b)Updated After doing some research online, the flatid planthopper looks like a very possible suspect. I have submitted some information and pictures to the local extension service as well to see what they say. They dont seem to be doing an...
How to root tomato sucker branches?
Posted by frdnicholas(Albuquerque NM)
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Molex 7a NYCUpdated I just stick the sucker in the ground, water well, 9 out 10 times, new tomato plant
Herbicide Damage on Isis Candy
Posted by icehime(7)
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icehime(7)Updated Thanks for the info. They have been removed.
problem with Brandywine
Posted by zeligbass
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zeligbassUpdated What I thought I was seeing in this picture was a plant with a single main stem, the tip of which being so sick that the plant holds no chance of further developing into adulthood...? Ilan.
pollinating with toothbrush
Posted by sheltieche
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carolyn137(z4/5 NY)Updated it is disturbing to hear that no research is known on benefits using toothbrush and how much it helps or does not help pollination. &&&&& I'm not disturbed and IMO you shouldn't be either.Who would furnish gran...
trimming the top
Posted by fritzgarden(US z7 NY)
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NoSpamKevin(9 - East Los Angeles)Updated I have 3 black krim tomato plants growing right now that are about 5ft tall on a 7ft trellis. I started removing the suckers at first but then let each plant grow 2 main stems. I then started trimming the bottom branches so that t...
No more Mr. Cheapy, I need STURDY tomato cages that will last
Posted by nick_b79(4/5 Southeast MN)
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michael723(6)Updated To anyone still checking in on this thread .. I initially was gonna go with the crw but wasn't to keen on being covered with rust every time I worked with the tomatoes (daily tinkering) .. My solution was livestock paneling - abou...
Do you remove lower branches of tomatoes?
Posted by prairiemoon2 z6 MA
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seysonn(8a WA/HZ 1)Updated Pine barks should not be mistaken with "Wood Chips".. ......... On the removal of lower branches, I am for it for more than one reason: == To provide air flow. Soil born fungi cannot thrive where is good air movement. Th...
Scars on tomato
Posted by cherryblossom18(9)
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cherryblossom18(9)Updated Thanks everyone for your input. I called them as scars because I have been watching them turn from small abrasions to their current state and they are not soft like a rot. I will keep you guys posted about how things go for this p...
Tomato Support
Posted by fireduck(10a)
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seysonn(8a WA/HZ 1)Updated They sell special truss supporting clips. I have heard HD sells them too. Unless there are heavy winds, tomato should be able to support its fruits.
Skinny tomato plants
Posted by sheltieche
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digdirt2Updated Are you talking about what are called the "wispy foliage" varieties? If so then Tatiana's lists hundreds of them. Dave Here is a link that might be useful: Wispy foliage varieties
Do these little guys stand a chance
Posted by kenzo(6)
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kenzo(6)Updated thanks for your reply I never really can figure out the DTM thing as opposed to when the plant actually started to grow - when it comes to volunteer or seed starts vs market bought. even after transplant they seem to be in a holdi...
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