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tomato leaf discoloration #318526

Asked May 03, 2016, 3:48 PM EDT

Folks - About 7-10 days ago I noticed the beginnings of a discoloration on the leaves of most of my small tomato plants, which I am growing from stored seed. It is happening regardless of the variety. On some of the older leaves the bright green of the leaf is being replaced by small shallow silver spots. The new growth is unaffected. This is happening slowly. The plants in general look healthy, but a few of the leaves are dying away. I did have my plants too close to one another, so that some were touching others. I have attached a photo of a Lemon Boy. Thank you for any help you can give. You guys are awesome!

Howard County Maryland

Expert Response

If tomato seedlings roots remain too wet, this can cause a leaf discoloration. This discoloration can be the result of a lack of oxygen in the root system of the seedling.
Older ,lower leaves will naturally discolor and die.In some instances, Planting young seedling in cold soil will also cause a discoloration.


ro
Dear ro - thank you very much. I appreciate it. -Jim
The Question Asker Replied May 04, 2016, 4:15 PM EDT

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