Re: Tomato roots
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- Subject: Re: Tomato roots
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- Date: Tue, 13 Oct 1998 00:58:48 -0700
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Ian,
If after inspecting the graft(to be sure the roots are actually coming from
the graft itself)I would allow it to continue on..I have actually broken off
tomato plants (top part)and just pushed them into the soil and they not only
survived but thrived..I have heard some very knowledgeable folks who
specialize in tomatos say that in many ways they are akin to weeds.
:-)..Good luck and let us know what you decide and how it turned out..One
question please,why the graft?Some advantage to it I take it..Interested to
know.Have a productive growing season,envy you with our winter not far away
now.
Connie
Ian Gill wrote:
> Greetings from Westland New Zealand,
>
> Last week I had no option but to transplant several grafted rootstock
> tomato plants in my greenhouse. Unfortunatly the move damaged the roots
> significantly. The shifted plants have remained robust and have not wilted
> or colasped, but I am wndering if they will actually grow. What does the
> collective experience suggest - is if possible to damage a grafted
> tomatoe's roots and get away with it, or should I throw them away now and
> replant afresh?
>
> Regards Ian Gill
