Reader Questions: Wilting Buds and Watering Containers
By Vanessa Richins
From Andy:
“I have 2 old German’s planted for about 40 days, they are approx 3′ tall , look healthy as can be BUT the buds stem and all wilt and drop off? The leaves around them wilt also, any suggestions?”
Hello Andy. If it was just the blossoms I would be inclined to saythat it was a case of blossom drop, but it sounds like something else when the leaves are wilting too.
Have you noticed any spots or discolorations on the wilting parts?
There are some wilts that can affect tomato plants, but most have rings
or spots of some kind, along with abnormal colors.
Check out this article about Tomato Wilt Problems from the University of Tennessee Extension service. If none of those match, send us a picture so we can see what’s going on a bit better. I hope it clears up soon!
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