Tomato Blossom Drop: Why Flowers Fall Off
Flowering problem · common pattern reported by gardeners · verify locally
What you'll see
- Flowers open then fall without setting fruit
- Stems where flowers were look pinched off
- More drop during hot spells
Most common causes
- Day temperatures above 90°F or nights above 75°F
- Dry soil stress during bloom
- Too much nitrogen
- Windy or very humid conditions
How to fix it
- Shade cloth (30%) during heat waves
- Keep soil evenly moist through bloom
- Tap the flower trusses gently to aid pollination
Prevention: Plant at the right time so bloom misses peak heat Choose heat-set varieties in hot zones Mulch and water consistently
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ZoneFig content reflects widely published extension-service and gardening guidance. Symptoms and causes are common patterns, not a diagnosis for any individual plant — verify locally and treat conservatively.