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Cherry Leaf Spot on sour cherry

Blumeriella jaapii

Defoliating fungal disease that weakens trees over consecutive seasons.

Disease
Cherry Leaf Spot
Pathogen type
Fungal
Crop
Sour Cherry
Scientific name
Blumeriella jaapii

Cherry Leaf Spot on sour cherry

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Symptoms on sour cherry

  • Small purple spots on leaves
  • Yellowing and shothole appearance
  • Premature defoliation by midsummer

IPM controls

  • Fungicide from petal fall through harvest
  • Sanitation of fallen leaves
  • Resistant varieties where available
  • Improve airflow

Other crops affected by cherry leaf spot

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