Garden vegetable plants that shrivel up - Ask Extension
For the last several years I have had garden plants that get shriveled and wrinkly and eventually die. This happens particularly to tomatoes and pepp...
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Garden vegetable plants that shrivel up #935890
Asked June 17, 2026, 2:52 PM EDT
For the last several years I have had garden plants that get shriveled and wrinkly and eventually die. This happens particularly to tomatoes and peppers, but this year also potatoes and green beans. I will send along some pictures. Any suggestions?
Olmsted County Minnesota
Expert Response
Thanks for the question. Looks like herbicide drift damage. Here is a link to more information herbicide damage, including photos and possible insect damage or diseases that could be mistaken for: https://extension.umn.edu/planting-and-growing-guides/herbicide-injury-garden-plants#and-dicamba-injury-2731810
Paul -Master Gardener volunteer
