Spots on tomatoes can be caused by a number of factors, including insects, fungus, or infection. Make sure to water only the roots, and keep the vines from touching the ground.
It's so frustrating: you grow some nice, big vines of tomatoes, but the fruit is covered with spots. Weather and bugs can be a factor in the appearance of your crop. Here's how to keep your tomatoes looking their best.
Vines don't need water; the roots do. You can use furrow irrigation or drip hoses to keep the ground moist. Either way, when you water, aim for the base of the plant.
If you buy seedling tomato plants from the store, make sure they're in good shape. Infected plants don't do well. If you're growing from seed, you want seeds that are not too old and come from healthy plants.
Vines that touch the ground or come near it are prone to infection. You can help them by placing stakes or cages that keep the foliage out of the dirt.
If you find some spotted tomatoes, pick them immediately to keep the problem from spreading. If you're looking at 75 percent or more of your tomatoes covered with spots, treat them with a fungicide every week or so for as long as you still see spots.
Spots on tomatoes can be caused by a number of factors, including insects, fungus, or infection. Make sure to water only the roots, and keep the vines from touching the ground.
