Tomato leaf mould

in : Problems: Veg & herbs

Symptoms

Tomato leaves develop yellow blotches, then turn brown and wither. The crop might also be reduced.
Find it on tomatoes
Time to act mid-spring to autumn

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Overview

The fungus that causes this problem spreads rapidly in the warm, humid conditions of a greenhouse. It usually becomes apparent on the lowest tomato leaves from early or midsummer, which develop yellow blotches on the upper leaf surface. The leaves eventually turn brown and wither. If the problem isn't tackled, tomato yields are lower and the fungus can overwinter in the greenhouse and persist the following year.
Solution
Tomato leaves develop yellow blotches, then turn brown and wither. The crop might also be reduced.
Organic
Good ventilation in the greenhouse helps, with plants well spaced out. Avoid splashing the leaves when watering. Promptly remove and get rid of any infected leaves and destroy all the plants at the end of the season. Disinfect the entire greenhouse and choose resistant varieties such as 'Dombello' and 'Shirley'.

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tenerifetel 24/11/2011 at 15:28

Thanks soooo much for the advice here on tomatoes. we have suffered for the last three years with the growing of tomatoes. At the moment we have plants that have Blossom End Rot and also Leaf Mould. At least now we can get it right for next year. Many thanks. Will be logging on to this site again and again....

sheilapot 24/11/2011 at 15:29

why are my green tomatos dropping off

Manvilla 24/11/2011 at 15:29

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gradysgrandma 24/11/2011 at 15:29

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