Scab

problems Guide

Signs of the problem

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Yellow or chlorotic spots on leaves

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Dark olive green spots on leaves and fruit

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May be a velvety growth on spots on undersides of leaves; twisting of leaves; distorted leaves; severely infected leaves turn yellow and drop from tree

Solutions to the problem

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Remove all leaves dropped from tree in the fall and compost to prevent any diseases surviving in debris

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Application of zinc in the Fall may be necessary to speed leaf drop, lime should then be added to fallen leaves;