Tomatoes are one of the most popular fruits in our country. They are grown from seedlings, i.e. the seedlings are first prepared in a warm room and only then transferred to the ground. This usually takes place in mid-May, when the risk of frost has completely passed. However, many people wonder how to take care of the so-called wolves.
How to recognize “wolves” on tomatoes? They should immediately catch your eye
Gardeners often use the term “wolves” or “leeches”, but in practice few people know what it means exactly. “Wolves” are nothing more than young, strong, fast-growing side shoots that grow between the main shoots and leaves. In most cases, they do not bear fruit. If flowers do appear, the fruit that develops is small and unpalatable.
“Wolves” take away nutrients from fruit-bearing shoots and weaken the plant. They grow upwards, so they effectively shade the tomatoes and take away the light from the developing fruit. Additionally, if there are too many “leeches”, the plant will start to focus on developing them and not on fruiting. That’s why yes it is important to remove them.
How to recognize wolves on tomatoes? Photo Marta Błażejowska / Agencja Wyborcza.pl
When to remove wolves from tomatoes? Stick to one rule
“Wolves” do more harm than good, so they are considered weeds and pulled out. In this way, you will relieve the plant and improve its conditions for producing crops. However, “leeches” cannot be cut off. You would then risk weakening the plant, because improperly cut shoots will start to rot. The only correct way is to break it off at the very base to fully remove the extra shoot. It is best to carry out this procedure in summer, in July or August, a month before the planned harvest. If you feel like it, vote in our poll below.
Source: Gazeta
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