The copper rock pear is rarely affected by diseases. But powdery mildew and fire blight don't like to stop in front of it. Fire blight in particular is extremely dangerous and, if not detected, can soon lead to the death of the entire plant.
How do I recognize and combat fire blight on the copper rock pear?
Fire blight on the copper rock pear shows itself through brown-black discolored leaves, wilted flowers and hook-like curved shoot tips. The fight is carried out by cutting the affected parts back to he althy wood and then disposing of them in household waste or by incineration.
How do you recognize fire blight on the copper rock pear?
Fire blight on the copper rock pear shows itself throughseveral symptoms. In order to be able to recognize it with certainty, the trained eye of an expert or a laboratory examination may be necessary. These signs indicate fire blight on the copper rock pear:
- brown to black colored leaves
- Leaves fall off
- wilted flowers
- hook-like curved shoot tips
- milky drops of mucus emerging from the bark
In the later stages of the disease, entire branches dry up and the copper rock pear looks as if a fire has spread over it. This is where the name fire blight comes from.
What causes fire blight on the copper rock pear?
Behind the disease on the copper rock pear arebacteria with the name Erwinia amylovora. These bacteria only attack plants from the rose family, which also includes apples and pears. They cause the plant's ducts to become blocked and the supply of water and nutrients to fail. As a result, the plant dies of thirst and starvation.
The bacteria can reach the copper rock pear as a result of unfavorable weather such as wind and rain. Insects also often transmit the bacteria.
What consequences does fire blight have on the copper rock pear?
The fire blight on the copper rock pear hassevereconsequences. If the leaves and flowers wilt, the yield will be lost later. If the disease is not recognized and not properly controlled, it can lead to the complete death of the copper rock pear.
How can you fight fire blight on the copper rock pear?
In order to combat fire blight,pruning of all diseased plant parts is absolutely necessary. Cut the diseased parts back into the he althy wood. These are then disposed of with household waste or burned. Otherwise the bacteria could spread to other plants in the area.
In the worst case scenario, if the fire has already progressed too far, the entire copper rock pear must be destroyed.
Why is fire blight on the copper rock pear required to be reported?
This disease on the copper rock pear should be reported to the State Office of Agriculture or the responsible plant protection authority, otherwise it may spread to surroundingfruit plantationsand cause highcould cause damage. Crop losses and the death of many trees are common consequences. Because the spread of fire blight is so risky, the disease is classified as an epidemic.
How can fire blight on the copper rock pear be prevented?
It issevere possible to prevent this disease safely. Even if the serviceberry receives the best care, the bacteria can be transmitted to it.
It is best to cut the copper rock pear at the first sign of illness and then carefully disinfect the tools used.
If you have had bad experiences with fire blight, it is advisable to plant other plants that are not susceptible to it.
Tip
Prevent confusion and hire experts
An oversupply of nutrients, waterlogging and drought can also lead to dried and brownish leaves on the copper rock pear. If you are unsure, it is better to have your plant examined by a professional.
