How to Cure Blossom End Rot

It is incredibly frustrating when you put so much time into your vegetable plants only to result in blossom end rot! You go to pick your beautiful, red tomatoes and when you turn it over, it is black and rotten. Why does this happen? Blossom end rot occurs because your tomato plants, and some peppers, are lacking specific micronutrients. Just like humans, plants require calcium, magnesium, and iron to thrive! Whether it is because they are in a container or the soil is lacking, blossom end rot can occur quickly! Continuing reading to discover how to cure blossom end rot!

Tomato Tone by Espoma

Espoma makes some great products, one of which is Tomato Tone. Tomato Tone can be applied when planting your tomato plants or months after you have planted. When applying Tomato Tone in a vegetable bed, it is essential to mix the fertilizer into the soil. Apply 3 pounds of Tomato Tone per 50 square feet. When applying directly to a planter, sprinkle a narrow band around the rootball and container. Water after application to allow the micronutrients to soak into the soil and root ball.

Epsom Salt

Epsom salt can be found at any garden center and is used to replenish magnesium in the soil. Simply mix one tablespoon per gallon of water and drench the root ball of the tomato plant.

Miracle-Gro Tomato Food

Miracle-Gro Tomato Food is another excellent fertilizer for tomato plants that will replenish all of the proper micronutrients needed for the tomato plant to thrive. A happy tomato plant will produce quality tomatoes! Measure out 1 tablespoon and mix with 1 one gallon of water. Apply like a liquid fertilizer. If necessary, you may use this product every 14 days.

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