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  • Why is there a hard core in my tomato?

    Created by Robert Rank on August 13, 2017 at 7:45 am

    What causes my tomatoes to develop very many core extensions in the meat of the tomato and what can I do next year to avoid this problem?

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  • August 13, 2017 at 12:46 pm #249562

    Eric Vinje
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    Hi Robert –

    Large white and tough cores inside tomatoes are most often related to the variety you are growing. However, in some cases dry weather conditions or too much fertilizer can contribute to the problem. Some articles I read suggest that older, juicy varieties may be more apt to develop hard, white central cores. I think simply switching tomato varieties next year will solve the problem.

    Hope it helps!

    February 25, 2019 at 10:36 pm #296194

    sdfawer
    Member

    OK. Thank you!

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