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Pear tree #880882
Asked August 09, 2024, 5:41 PM EDT
Arapahoe County Colorado
Expert Response
Hi Diana,
Thanks for sending in the pictures, and sorry about your pear tree! In order to better help you understand what's going on with your pear tree, we have some follow-up questions:
- Can you please send pictures of the entire tree and surrounding area, as well as close ups of the trunk and undersides of the leaves?
- What kind of pear tree is it?
- Where is the tree planted in your yard?
- When did you first notice problems with the tree, and has this happened before? Is the whole tree affected?
- Was this tree hit by hail?
On the leaves:
- Have you noticed honeydew, sticky leaves, or insects/any signs of insects on the leaves?
On the trunk and branches:
- Is there any damage or insects?
Basic care questions:
- What is the watering schedule for the tree, including in the winter?
- Do you fertilize the tree or the surrounding area?
- Do you use any pesticides in your yard/on your tree?
Thank you, and we look forward to hearing back from you!
Caitlin W. and Jessie A.