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Have you ever experienced the frustrating moment when all the flower buds on your tomato plant drop off wildly? Don't worry! Today, we'll guide you through solving the problem of flower dropping step by step, so you can easily achieve tomato freedom!


### Causes of Flower Dropping
1. **Pollination Failure**
Tomatoes are self-pollinating plants, but without the assistance of insects or wind indoors, pollen cannot naturally fall onto the stigma, leading to failed pollination.

2. **Nutrient Deficiency**
Insufficient phosphorus and potassium directly affect flower bud differentiation, causing flowers to drop before blooming.

3. **Water Imbalance**
During the flowering and fruiting period, tomato water demand surges. Water shortage makes the plant "sacrifice" flowers to survive, while overwatering in the seedling stage leads to poor root development.


### Solutions
1. **For Pollination Failure**
- Use an electric toothbrush to vibrate the inflorescence for 10 seconds.
- For outdoor plants, shake the support to simulate natural wind.
- Gently flick the inflorescence with your fingers.

2. **For Nutrient Deficiency**
- Bury compound fertilizer along the pot edge to supplement nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium.
- Spray and irrigate with potassium dihydrogen phosphate diluted at 1:1000 every 7 days.

3. **For Water Imbalance**
- Water thoroughly when the top 1 cm of soil dries out during flowering and fruiting.
- In the seedling stage, water only when the pot feels light and the soil is completely dry.


### Precautions
1. Pollinate from 9-11 a.m. when flowers are fully open for the highest success rate. Avoid rainy days and evenings, as humidity causes pollen to clump.
2. Avoid excessive nitrogen fertilizer (e.g., urea) during flowering, as it promotes leaf growth and inhibits flower development. Spray potassium dihydrogen phosphate in the evening to prevent leaf burns from high temperatures.
3. Avoid "half-watering" during flowering and fruiting—water until it drains from the pot holes. Let tap water stand for 24 hours to evaporate chlorine before use.


### FAQ
**Q: What if flowers still drop after pollination?**
A: Check if the temperature is too high (>35°C) or too low (<15°C), which reduces pollen viability. Move the plant to an environment of 18-28°C.

**Q: Why do leaves turn yellow and curl after fertilizing?**
A: Excessive concentration may burn roots! Immediately flush the soil with plenty of water to dilute the fertilizer, and pause fertilization for 1-2 weeks.

**Q: Why do more flowers drop after watering?**
A: Waterlogging may suffocate roots! Check if drainage holes are blocked, loosen the soil with a bamboo stick for ventilation, and repot to inspect roots if necessary.


Follow these tips to help your tomato plants thrive and bear abundant fruit! 🌟
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