The Backyard Orchardist – Fruit Pests: Plum

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

Caused by a soil-borne, fungus-like organism (Phytophthora), crown and root rot occurs worldwide on almost all fruit trees. This pathogen is present in most soils, but only causes infection under optimal circumstances— high soil moisture or standing water, and susceptible host tissue. Once trees are infected, there is no cure.

Recommended Citation

Murray, Marion and Alston, Diane G., "The Backyard Orchardist – Fruit Pests: Plum" (2020). All Current Publications. Paper 973.
https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/extension_curall/973