What can i do about blossom rot on tomatoes?
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Blossom-end rot is caused by a combination of a calcium deficiency and uneven soil moisture (especially during hot weather). Pruning causes stress to tomato plants that increases the incidence of blossom-end rot. Some tomato varieties are more susceptible. Mulching to maintain a more even moisture level in the soil helps. Also, water on a regular bases. Application of calcium to the soil seldom helps. Foliar applications of calcium can minimize future occurrences. Remove affected fruit.
It sound like your tomatoes need calcium. If you have hard wood trees growing in the vicinity of your tomatoes they will develop blossom rot.
There are sprays available for blossom-end rot of tomatoes. Go to any garden center and ask.
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Add some garden lime and water in to your soil. it will help.
I can tell you from experience that uneven moisture is a HUGE cause. If you rely on mother nature to water your tomatoes and you get a year where dry spells alternate with wet spells, it is a recipe for blossom end rot. The solution is to make sure that your tomatoes are watered regularly (every day preferably). Mornings are best (watering in the evening lends to pest and fungal infestations, but is better than nothing). Pick any affected tomatoes off and pitch them into the garbage. Good luck!
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