What causes peaches to rot on the tree?
Usually brown rot, a fungal disease, which attacks the fruit just prior to harvest. Spray with an approved fungicide such as benomyl. 10. Q: Is lichen forming on a plum tree harmful? A: The lichen itself is not harmful, but it usually indicate a decline in vigor by the tree. Try to get the tree actively growing again with extra fertilizer and water. If the tree fails to respond, replace it with a new tree. 11. Q: Birds are starting to work on peaches. Can the peaches be picked before they are ripe? How do you get them to ripen after they are picked? A: Peaches stop ripening once they are picked. Hence the only answer is to protect the fruit from the birds. Nets are the only sure fire way to prevent this damage. 12. Q: Should peach trees that sprouted from seeds of a now dead tree be kept? A: If the owner desires a true cultivar, it is recommended trees from seed be avoided as they will not be true to type. However, if the tree makes a satisfactory rootstock it is ok to be used. Such tr
