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Re: Dark Spot at Bottom of Tomatoes

Hi Bob,

Sounds to me like you have blossom end rot.  Causes of this are Extreme
fluctuations in soil moisture (also a cause of cracks), Rapid plant
growth early in the season follow ed by extended dry weather, Smothered
roots, Excessive soil salt or cultivating to clost to the plant.   I
would suggest that you try to maintain a consistant water supply ie,
approx 1" a week.  As for the wilting leaves possible causes Fusarium
wilt or verticllium wilt.  Both of which have no cure.  The only safe
guard againt them is to plant resistant varietys.  I would suggest for
now that you get on a regular watering schedule rather than watering
when the leaves look wilted.  It is not good to let plants dry out to
the point of wilting.

Hope this helps
Julie

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