I planted a Burbank Plum tree almost two years ago and it has produced fruit this year. The tiny new fruit has a black spot on the side of the fruit. What is it and how do I treat it?
It could be brown rot. These articles may help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/plum/plum-tree-diseases.htm, https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/peach/brown-rot-fungus.htm
I bought and planted some 4' tall, bare root plum trees back in February of this year. All was looking good until I noticed some brown marks on the leaves of one tree. I sprayed with "ferti-lome" Triple Action Plus II. Now the leaves have a curling look and some are falling off the tree. The other 7 trees seem to be doing good. What is the likely problem and the fix?
Have you noticed any other signs of concern (i.e. insects)? It could be aphids affecting your plum tree resulting in the leaf curl. Neem oil should help with this and is an effective fungicide as well in case anything else pops up. Here is more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/plum/control-leaf-curl-plum-aphids.htm
The leaves on my plum tree are curling and tiny little holes in them. Killed 2 tiny black insects. Don't know what plum tree it is and pruned when I planted. Was given tree because it did not yield but quite a nice little crop on now.
One possibility is leaf curl plum aphids: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/plum/control-leaf-curl-plum-aphids.htm
However, there are also a number of fungal and bacterial infections that can cause leaf curl or little holes. If you take some samples of leaves and branches to the local Extension Service, they should be able to diagnose and prescribe treatment. This link will help you locate one: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/extension-search/
Suddenly the leaves of the tree have holes and they are drying up.
There are several possible culprits from the ranks of bacteria and bugs. The first line of defense in good cultivation practices, so the tree is healthy and able to repel invaders. This article has a number of ideas: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/plum/plum-tree-dropping-leaves.htm
The only way to know for sure is to take some leaf and twig samples to the Extension Service for analysis and recommendation on treatment. This link will help you locate the nearest one; https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/extension-search/
My plum tree is losing its fruit. The plums reach about 1" to 1/1/4" by maybe about 1/2" in diameter. This has been happening every year but I was derelict in caring for it previous to this year. I have sprayed it three times already since spring with a "Fruit Tree Spray" containing Insecticide, Fungicide and Miticide, made by a company called Green Light. I have been removing "Black Knot" branches each year and have had problems with Aphid infestation. It may already be too late, as at least between 5 and 6 dozen plums have fallen so far, but maybe you can set me straight for next year.
It sounds like it may be a pollination issue. The tree will abort the fruit if not properly pollinated. Depending on what kind of insecticide you used, you may have made the tree inhospitable to pollinators, so they could not do their job. This article will help with attracting more pollinators to the tree: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/beneficial/creating-a-pollinator-garden.htm
My plum tree has leaves curling and parts of the leaves are going brown and brittle. What can we do to put it right?
There are a number of things that might cause the symptoms you describe: too little water, problems with the soil, winter damage, aphids, and disease. Here is an article on basic plum growing: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/plum/growing-plum-trees.htm
and one on common plum diseases: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/plum/plum-tree-diseases.htm
To find out what the problem is, you should have a professional analyze the leaves and soil.
On my 3 yr old plum tree this week, half the leaves have died and turned brown, underside of green leaves have small dark spots. Last year was first crop. Hope you can advise. Kind regards
Sounds like it could be plum spot disease. This article has information on plum diseases: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/plum/plum-tree-diseases.htm
To be sure what the problem is, you should have the leaves analyzed by a horticultural expert. This link will help you locate one:http://mastergardeners.org.uk/get-involved/find-your-nearest-master-gardener/