Q&A With the Pros:

QUESTION: What can I do about the bottom rot on my Roma tomatoes?

– Linda O’Meara

Bottom rot or blossom end rot can be the result of a mineral deficiency or unhealthy soil in general. Both relate to water not moving properly through the plants. Gardeners use various techniques to solve the problem. Some mix about a tablespoon of Epsom salt per gallon of water and drench around the plants before or after planting. Other gardeners swear by adding a handful of earthworm castings or soft rock phosphate to the holes at planting