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Monday, October 22, 2012

Plant has Been Staying Out-Doors



My plant seems to be doing very well.  It is about 4 to 5 inches now in height.  The weather continues to change, but for the most part it still is warm in the day.  I am not supplying my plant with that much water anymore it seems to not need it do to the weather.  No signs of any tomatoes yet, but I hope to see something in 2 to 3 weeks, hopefully.  I have to watch for signs of fungus -- those black or brown spots that appear on the plants. Dispose of leaves with fungus so it doesn't spread to the rest of the plants.  An organic fungicide or sulfur should be use if  you get this problem. Watch for black or green droppings or munched leaves, as this is the classic sign of tomato hornworms. The 2-inch long tomato hornworms blend in nicely with the tomato leaves but they can be found if you look hard enough. Dispose of all tomato hornworms that you can find except for those that carry white parasitic wasp eggs on their backs. The parasitic wasps are beneficial and eventually kill the host.  Water the tomato plants consistently, but not constantly. Too much water causes ripening tomatoes to develop cracks.Grow

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