Monitor for Pests and Diseases Early
Aphids, hornworms, and whiteflies can devastate both tomatoes and peppers if left unchecked. Checking leaves weekly—especially the undersides—lets you spot pests early. Remove them by hand or use insecticidal soap at the first sign of infestation.
Fungal diseases like early blight often strike when foliage stays damp. Pruning lower tomato leaves for airflow and watering at the soil line helps keep leaves dry. Catching disease spots early means less loss of foliage and fruit!