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  • Tomato Legend Problem

    I decided to grow blight resistant toms (Legend and Ferline) this year after losing my crop for the 2nd year last year. All are growing great, except for the first 2 Legends to get fruit.

    They are a large tom, but even when small i could tell they were not right. Some plants now seem to be ok but a few are like this - any idea what has caused it?

    Any help would be gratefully received!

    Angela
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  • #2
    I'm probably wrong but is it blossom end rot. I think something to do with watering?
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    • #3
      Not sure of the problem but I've had tomatoes set looking similar to yours and still had edible fruit when ripe (you have to cut a bit off) - so I'd leave them to ripen on the plant and cross your fingers!

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      • #4
        I don't think it's blossom end rot, I think you are seeing the results of a fused first flower. They are common with beefsteak types. It's a bit corky in texture but you can just cut it off. If you have any more like that don't pull them off, let them ripen. The tomato is fine - it's not a disease and it's not your fault!
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        • #5
          Originally posted by Flummery View Post
          I don't think it's blossom end rot
          I think it may be a bit of BER and a bit of normal beef toms end. If you have them in pots it probably is a bit of BER. Try to keep your water regime more constant.

          I've stopped growing Legend because not only are the fruits ugly (so they all look like that ) but the plants are a PITA and sprawl everywhere. IMHO Ferline are way superior.
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          • #6
            Thanks all for your advice, i am not the most consistent of waterer as i am away a bit but will definitely make a conscious effort to water them (and leave them on the plant!)

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