need help with tomatos

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biggered Casa Grande, AZ(Zone 9b) May 21, 2008

my tomatos are ripening but they have a rotten spot on the bottom. I live in the desert south west.

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tmbolin crossville, TN(Zone 7a) May 21, 2008

Sounds like blossom end rot to me.

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Grojo La Mesa, CA Jun 08, 2008

This is most likely caused by a calcium deficiency or uneven watering. I would try using an additive like liqui-cal or add gypsum to the soil to correct this problem. Don't over water...

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orchid923 Indian Harbour Beach, FL(Zone 10a) Jun 09, 2008

You can add the extra calcium by buying commercial stuff; or save up eggshells, crush them and put in a bowl. Add some boiling water and when cool water the tomato plants. The shells are still good for mixing in the soil too.

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