[Tomato Dirt #203] How (and When) to Apply Fungicide to Tomato Plants

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[Tomato Dirt #203] How (and When) to Apply Fungicide to Tomato Plants
May 28, 2020

Tomato Dirt Newsletter
Volume 10, Number 11

Dear Tomato Dirt reader,

Welcome back to Tomato Dirt! A couple times a month, we’ll send you this newsletter packed with tips about growing tomatoes and using them.

Spray Your Way to a Healthier Garden

Pump sprayers, backpack sprayers, nozzle sprayers with triggers … they come in all sizes. A garden sprayer is a must-have garden tool for feeding and treating your tomatoes, veggies, and flowers. Browse different types to choose a garden sprayer that works for you. Take a look!

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FEATURE: How (and When) to Apply Fungicide to Tomato Plants: FAQs

Image: Edward Sikora, Auburn University Extension

To keep your tomatoes healthy, thriving, and fungus-free, you can apply fungicide before any symptoms appear. Set up an anti-fungal treatment program and implement it early in the season and then continue treatment throughout the season.

Applying Fungicide to Tomatoes: FAQs

Q. How do I know if I should use fungicide on my tomato plants?
A. If you know your garden (or your neighbor’s garden) has a history of early blight, late blight, or Septoria leaf spot, then your plants are vulnerable. Use a spray program.

Q. When should I start applying fungicide?
A. Begin before symptoms appear, especially if your plants have had tomato fungus in the past or if you live in warm, humid areas where early blight, late blight, and Septoria leaf spot thrive. You can begin as soon as you set plants in the garden.

Q. What parts of the plant should I spray?
A. Spray upper and lower leaf surfaces, stems, and flowers.

Q. How much should I spray?
A. Thorough coverage is essential. Spray to the point of runoff.

Find out more tips and how-tos for choosing and applying fungicide to tomato plants… and be sure to check out our Tomato Diseases board on Pinterest for more helpful information.

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One of my favorite sites to browse for gardening gear is Gardener’s Supply . They’ve got an awesome selection of tomato cages and supports (and staking gear for other plants you grow, too, like roses, beans, peas, and container tomatoes.)

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