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Tomatoes Struggle in North Carolina Heat
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North Carolina’s tomato growers are facing a brutal summer combo of triple-digit heat and prolonged drought, pushing plants to their limits. Even with watering, extreme temps disrupt pollination and ripening, causing many home gardens to stall—or worse, quit altogether by late August. Experts say mulching, smart irrigation, and choosing heat-tolerant cherry varieties can help salvage your harvest—and prep you for a better next year. You’re not alone if your tomatoes are struggling.
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