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Black Spots on Tomatoes

Can anyone tell me why my tomatoes are showing black spots and bottom rot? Is there a fungus in my soil? Is there too much moisture? Should I have my soil tested?

Hardiness Zone: 5a

By Bosherbob from Colonie, NY

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RE: Black Spots on Tomatoes

Your tomatoes are suffering from Blossom End Rot. Primary cause is a lack of calcium in your soil. Check with your local gardening store or google Blossom End Rot. You can also start adding your egg shells to your soil, or mix them with water for your watering routine.

Post by ashmatmar

RE: Black Spots on Tomatoes

That is blossom end rot, and I do not know of any 'natural' treatments for it, but there are products at Walmart, and home/garden centers, and farm supply stores to treat it. Best of luck to you!

Post by fatboyslimsmom

RE: Black Spots on Tomatoes

I think it's a virus. Next year, use a different type tomato, plant in a different area, and don't put the diseased plants in your compost pile.

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