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Q.Damson tree dying.

Zone oxford ox1 4rq | Anonymous added on May 31, 2019 | Answered

I planted a small damson tree last year which blossomed well in first year and earlier this year. However the leaves started to shrivel and turn in soon after the blossom had ended. I found aphids and treated the tree with a chemical spray. Some new healthier leaves have appeared and some early small fruit but the tree looks dead. Is there anything I can do to save it. Should I remove all the shrivelled leaves?Thanks.Anna.

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Downtoearthdigs
Answered on June 1, 2019

The Aphids look to be still active.
These links have more information.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/plum/control-leaf-curl-plum-aphids.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/plum/plum-tree-fruit-spray.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/plum/common-plum-tree-pests.htm
I'm also concerned about the green algae growing on the bark; you tree may not be getting enough sunlight and air circulation around the tree.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/plum/growing-plum-trees.htm

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