Re: Blossom End Split
I had a blossom end split this season. I called a grower in the PNW
about this and he said they tend to get blossom end splits when the soil
moisture is too high. When I checked my moisture levels I did find the
soil was very wet right around that specific plant. For me it was a
hard lesson learned because I lost a sizeable fruit that was heavier than
expected. Keep the surface levels moist to promote feeder roots, but
not too much water so it's standing water 8 inches below the surface. I
have a high clay content so I dig down about 8-10 inches around the
plants to check moisture levels. I have found if I water every other day
the soil stays damp but not boggy in the lower levels. Also check your
calcium levels. Have your soil tested because I have heard that low
calcium could cause blossom end splits. If your calcium is low an easy
way to get calcium is ground oyster shells.
Jon
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>Hello. Blossom End split. Is it caused by genetic's or something else?
>Any
>idea's or suggestion's ?
>
>Ethan
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