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Is it sign of nutrient deficiency?

10 years ago

The tomato plants that I bought from the local nursery have grown a bit and have started to flower. However, I have noticed that some of their newer leaves are pale greenish / yellowish in color. At the tips of the leaves, the color is green but the part which is towards the stem is yellow. I have attached a picture so that you may find it easier in assessing the problem.

On my little internet research, my inclination is towards under fertilization. Just wanted to confirm from the experts over here.

I have been fertilizing them once a week. I believe this might have to be increased as the plants grow?

Appreciate your help / feedback.

Saood

Comments (4)

pnbrown
10 years ago
That is normal for tomatoes, IME.
saoodhashim
Original Author
10 years ago
Thanks PNB. I was about to fertilize it ahead of schedule but stopped to ask. Now I will stick to the regular schedule.

Btw, what causes this change? Also the same has started to happen with my pepper plant.

Saood
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sunnibel7 Md 7
10 years ago
New growth emerges a paler green than the older leaves and becomes darker over time. It is normal. You run the risk of becoming the new gardener who kills with too much attention. :) The tomato plant looks very happy.
saoodhashim
Original Author
10 years ago
Lol....

I too feel that way. You guys on the GW forum have really taught me a lot. Thanks a lot for that.

Btw, I also learn as I ask too many questions. So part of the credit goes to me as well ;-)

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