Apple Canker ✧
: Leaves and blossoms on branches above a canker may suddenly wilt, brown, or die back. 2. Essential Management Steps
Recognizing canker early is the most effective way to prevent permanent damage to your trees. apple canker
: The bark may appear reddish-brown, cracked, or flaky, and in some cases, may exude a clear or amber-colored "gum". : Leaves and blossoms on branches above a
: In active infections, you may see tiny red or white dots (spore-producing bodies) on the surface of the infected bark. : The bark may appear reddish-brown, cracked, or
Apple canker is a destructive fungal or bacterial disease that attacks the bark of apple trees, causing sunken lesions, branch dieback, and potentially the death of the entire tree. Below are the key "solid features" and management strategies to help you identify and handle it.