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ShagHarbour n,s canada

hello i have learned alot about growing giant tomatos this summer and one thing iam stumped on is WHY THE HECK DO THEY KEEP SPLITING they do it when i give hardly any fertz they do it when i use more than normal,, i cant seem to get it right..is there giant strains that are restent to cracking in the giant breeds..?and as for cal. that shard to find in my area whats the eaZyest form of cal. to buy..? what about 4-5 white call tablets ran through a blinder till it goes to powder then mixed with my daily watering would that solve the problem..?thanks

8/3/2008 5:32:19 PM

Ctpumpkin@optonline.net

Too much water &/or Nitrogen. Not enough Calcium &/or Potassium. We're just starting to see fruit on our Big Zacs so perhaps we can contribute something soon?

8/3/2008 6:32:14 PM

Mt.Pleasant,Iowa

Like Steve said watch the water and some varieties split more then others. The pink flesh ones I grow split after a good rain and warm temps even when I keep them watered.The Delicious tomato seems to take it well and have a harder skin.Just my 2 cents worth but the pink ones have great flavor.

8/3/2008 7:36:17 PM