Do be careful with that wood ash. It can drastically alter Ph if too much is
applied. A handful is not likely to do too much harm but if your soil in
that local area is already unbalanced Ph wise it can disrupt it further.

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"Mary Beal" wrote in message
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This is the 2d year my tomatos have dark spots (big) on the underside.
Someone told me I water too much. Someone else told me I water too
little!
I am not convinced it is the watering. Maybe something in the water?
We
have a well.

Would appreciate anyone who knows weighing in.

Mary

Next year, sprinkle a handful of wood ash per plant a month or two
ahead of time. It will not only prevent BER, it will also improve the
flavor of the tomatoes (if you have acid soil, which you probably
have).