Tomato Shoot Curl

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  1. trogre

    trogre Gardener

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    Hi All.
    The side shoots at top of tomato plant in greenhouse are curling under.The leaves are ok and generally I would say the plant is healthy.
    Done some research and from what I can gather it is perhaps too hot in greenhouse?? I have the plant on the shelf but was wondering if perhaps on the floor out of direct sunlight through the glass would be better.Just wondering if any member could confirm or input their ideas.
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  2. Dave W

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    If you want it to grow to any height it needs to be on the floor. It will certainly be cooler there if it is only small at present, but you'll probably benefit from shading your greenhouse.
     
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    • Freddy

      Freddy Miserable git, well known for it

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      Hi trogre.

      I agree with Dave. The only thing I would add is that unless you are growing a bush variety, the side-shoots need to be pinched out, assuming they are actually side-shoots and not leaves. A pic would help:blue thumb:
       
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