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Deformed tomato leaves #753849

Asked June 03, 2021, 6:48 PM EDT

New growth tomato leaves (on one plant only) are deformed in such a way the stem of the leaf curls downward making a small ball or leaves. The leaves look healthy dark green only cured onto a small ball This only affects the new growth , old bottom leaves are normal. Leaves that should be 8-10 long are in a ball about 3" in diameter.

Washington County Oregon

Expert Response

Thank you for your question.  Are you able to send photos of the deformed leaves, as well as the entire plant?  How much water have you provided for them?  Thank you for more information.

An Ask Extension Expert Replied June 04, 2021, 11:19 AM EDT
Thanks for getting back to me. The tomato plants are watered two times a week with a soaker hose. The plant is from seed saved and grown successfully for the past 20 years. I have removed the most damaging leaves from the plant and if new leaves continue to deform I will remove the plant All adjacent plants are normal 

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The Question Asker Replied June 04, 2021, 2:12 PM EDT

I cannot provide much advice without photos of the leaves and the entire plant.

An Ask Extension Expert Replied June 04, 2021, 4:21 PM EDT

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