The Backyard Orchardist – Fruit Pests: Pear

Authors

Marion Murray, Utah State UniversityFollow
Diane G. Alston, Utah State UniversityFollow

Document Type

Factsheet

Publisher

Utah State University Extension

Publication Date

1-2020

Abstract

Fire blight is caused by a bacterium called Erwinia amylovora. Pears are very susceptible to fire blight. Blossoms, terminal twigs, and sometimes entire limbs or trees are killed. Environmental conditions favoring infection are warm, rainy days during bloom.

Recommended Citation

Murray, Marion and Alston, Diane G., "The Backyard Orchardist – Fruit Pests: Pear" (2020). All Current Publications. Paper 972.
https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/extension_curall/972