My tomato plant looks a little droopy????

Question

Why is it doing this and what can I do to fix it??? It is still producing tomatoes..the leaves just look droopy.

I do water this plant at least every other day at least a half a gallon of water. Is that to much?? to little??

Answer 1

It's probably caused by the heat. It needs water. Tomatoes need a lot of water during hot spells. Water in early morning or evening to prevent burning and evaporation.

Answer 2

Since you might get some more rain, how about diverting the water away from the plants. Or you could transplant the plants and put them into flower pots. That way you can control how much water they will get. And when it rains I would catch some rain water in a bucket and use that to water my plants. Since rain water is so much better than just regular water. I have grown tomato plants in flower pots and they do just fine. Its great that you tied them to the bamboo (use cloth not string/rope). I think after a few days of sunshine your plants will perk up. Good Luck!

Answer 3

Try giving it even more water. I have a cherry tomato plant and like you, I was watering it like every other day.... well, it's been raining here every afternoon and now my plant looks bigger, better and healthier then ever! I was watering every other day because I read online somewhere that it was better to do it that way.. but I guess the plant knows best and it told me otherwise. Hope this helps you!

Answer 4

I would imagine you are doing everything right. If they are getting allot of "hot" afternoon sun, that may cause the drooping. Have you fertilized them with Miracle Grow for Tomatos??? It works wonders and really increases the size of the crop!!!! Follow the directions on package so you do not "over fertilize". If you do you, it will burn the roots.

Answer 5

water it droopy leaves are the first sign of not getting enough liquid.