Curling tomato plant leaves - Ask Extension
Was given this free tomato plant at Hereford Farmers Market about 6 weeks ago. Planted in Miracle Grow planting soil in a large container. Any ideas f...
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Curling tomato plant leaves #876104
Asked July 06, 2024, 1:34 PM EDT
Was given this free tomato plant at Hereford Farmers Market about 6 weeks ago. Planted in Miracle Grow planting soil in a large container. Any ideas for why the leaves are curling and what to do? The cherry tomato plant next to it is not experiencing the curled leaves.
Baltimore County Maryland
Expert Response
From one of our other "experts" it is probably moisture stress (getting too dry between waterings). I agree.
When it looks dry put your finger in the soil about 4" down and see if moist. If not, water deeply. It's been hot and your container is relatively small, so watering can be an issue. The plant looks healthy. Here is a website to look at:
Growing Tomatoes in a Home Garden | University of Maryland Extension (umd.edu)
Good luck,
Len
When it looks dry put your finger in the soil about 4" down and see if moist. If not, water deeply. It's been hot and your container is relatively small, so watering can be an issue. The plant looks healthy. Here is a website to look at:
Growing Tomatoes in a Home Garden | University of Maryland Extension (umd.edu)
Good luck,
Len
