Hi Folks
I have tomato and herb plants in planters situated in a E-SE facing nook outside the house (so house blocks them on the west and southwest.....
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Spots before my eyes... #872697
Asked June 11, 2024, 7:11 PM EDT
Hi Folks
I have tomato and herb plants in planters situated in a E-SE facing nook outside the house (so house blocks them on the west and southwest....if that matters). Nearly every plant is showing some amount of yellow or whitish spots. Any thoughts what is going on, what I need to change ?
Thanks,
Liz
Jackson CountyOregon
Expert Response
The yellow patches are probably fungus. The evening showers we have had frequently over the late spring may have caused fungus to prosper. Growing the tomato in the same soil as used before may also spread the fungal spores. usually fungal problems start low on the plant and move upward. You can probably halt the problem by spraying the plant with a copper based fungicide. These products are organic as they are made from natural elements. You can also trim the affected leaves as they are not the areas that will produce fruits. You are obviously a careful gardener, so I think you will to control the problem. if not, and it persists, take a sample of the damaged leaves to the Extension plant clinic, located at 569 Hanley Rd. (rte.238) about 3 miles northwest of Jacksonville. Please call<personal data hidden> for current days and hours of operation.