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Tomato leaves have splotches

10 years ago

Hi all! I just noticed these light brown splotches on my Roma tomato leaves. I grew them from seeds and they are all in containers---none of my other tomato varieties, peppers, or other plants have these spots. I'm hoping someone can help me identify the cause and solution (is it a watering issue?). I fertilize with Foliage Pro and add a little Mag Pro.

Thanks!

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fireduck
10 years ago
That almost looks like the start of Cucumber Mosaic Virus...but maybe others here can answer better. Did you possibly get overspray from some chemical? Anxiously awaiting other answers...
digdirt2
10 years ago
Were they fully hardened off before going outside? If not it could just be some sun burn. Otherwise I'd look for aphids or spider mites or similar small sucking pests on the underside of the leaves.

Dave
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Original Author
10 years ago
Very possible they were not fully hardened off. Haven't seen evidence of any pests yet *fingers crossed*

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