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Brett

By Brett

United Kingdom

I am growing tomatoes in a grow bag on the patio. Until yesterday the fruits looked healthy and were growing well and just about to ripen, today the fruits are brown and the stems are withered. Why?



  • Question asked on 29 Aug, 2008

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spritzhenry
Spritzhenry
 

It really does sound like weed killer damage. Plants usually show some sign of distress before dying.

29 Aug, 2008

doctorbob1
Doctorbob1
 

You have Phytopthora Infestins, better known as potato blight. Very common, no chance of cure.

30 Aug, 2008

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