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Tom’s Guide
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Kaycee Hill

Why is my tomato plant wilting? 5 common causes and how to fix it

Wilting tomato plant .

Don't ignore a drooping tomato plant. When heat hits and your prized tomatoes suddenly sag, they’re throwing up a red flag. It’s a heartbreaking sight, but that dramatic slouch is actually a cry for help.

Wilting is a copycat symptom for five completely distinct issues, from simple thirst to hidden pests. Guessing the cure can cost you your harvest, and applying the wrong fix could finish the plant off entirely.

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