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Gardeners have to contend with a variety of problems when growing fruit trees. Very often they do not know what to do if the branches of a pear dry one by one. What is this disease, and what are the methods of treatment - the topic of the article.
Possible reasons why the pear dries
It is not always possible to immediately determine the exact cause. This is due to the fact that she is not alone. Often, several reasons are combined and simultaneously affect the tree. Even in the same area, fruit crops react differently to the same conditions.
To find the reason why a pear dries, you need to know the main factors. Among them it should be noted:
- Improper fit and illiteracy aftercare. The pear's exactingness to comply with the planting rules is known to all gardeners. If, during the frost period, the soil pushes the seedling upward, then the root collar is exposed, which leads to the drying of the pear. The second reason for exposure may be incorrect placement of the seedling when planting.
- Weather. In this case, the condition of the root system will be the cause. In the rainy season, the roots do not have enough air, they begin to rot, then die off. Dry summers lead to dehydration of the soil, which also causes drying out of parts of the tree. The second factor is recurrent frosts during the pear flowering period. Plant tissues freeze, then dry out. Also, at the beginning of winter, the roots may freeze slightly, because the pear does not belong to frost-resistant crops.
- Exposure to pests and pathogenic microorganisms. Various diseases, pest infestations can damage the tree and lead to the drying out of its parts or the entire pear.
Why do pear branches dry
There are some reasons for pear twigs to dry out. It is important to pay attention to the time when the problem appeared. If the twigs began to dry in the spring, then this may be a manifestation of a formidable disease - a bacterial burn. The first stage appears on the buds and flowers, then goes on to the leaves and branches. Treatment should be carried out for bacterial burns.
If the problem manifests itself during the summer, then hydrothermal or sunburn may be the cause. This is not a disease, but the consequences of exposure to high humidity or air temperature and direct sunlight. The seedling should be protected from adverse factors.
Another climatic factor is frostbite. Icebreakers are capable of destroying even large, strong branches of a pear. Therefore, it is necessary to qualitatively insulate the tree before the onset of winter.
The branches of a pear also dry out from bark lesions or the presence of pests. If these are moles, then there are ways to deal with them. Treatment with Aktara helps from small pests.
Why does the top of a pear dry?
This problem is often referred to as dry top. Most often, the drying of the upper tier occurs in spring, but it can appear in the second half of summer. The problem repeats itself every year. Young seedlings may die in 2-3 years, adult trees reduce productivity. There may be several reasons why the top of the pear dries:
- Violations of agricultural technology. This is especially true of the process of planting and leaving. Most often, the drying of the tops is associated with the close location of groundwater.The roots of a young pear reach the water, begin to rot and die. Then the top dries up. If a young pear seedling is planted correctly, then the top will dry out last. This determines a cause that is not related to landing problems.
- Agrochemical disturbances - food, diseases, pests. At the end of summer, the tips of new branches dry out in a young pear. If you carefully examine the shoots, you can see the places of introduction of corrosive woody trees - the reasons for drying out. The ends of the shoots are also killed by the eastern moth.
The gardener needs to cut out the part of the top that has dried out. Thus, the balance between the root system and the crown will be restored. If the groundwater is close, you will have to transplant the pear seedling higher or lay a good drainage system.
Why do pear leaves dry
This manifestation is very common.
Determining the cause is not always quick. Since there are many of them, it is necessary to consider all possible:
- Climatic conditions unsuitable for wood. Most pear varieties are very resistant to drought and heat. But some are bred for growing in regions with cool climates. Therefore, varietal characteristics must be taken into account.
- Improper care. This category includes the watering schedule, the regularity of fertilizing, and a sufficient amount of lighting. Excessive or insufficient watering leads to negative changes in the root system. The pear no longer receives enough nutrition and moisture. Leaves react, begin to dry.
- Fungal infections. These include a large list of diseases, the most common of which is scab. Fungal diseases are treated only with special drugs and preferably at the earliest possible date.
- Pests. Severe lesions even lead to rapid shedding of foliage, not just drying out.
Young pears are considered whimsical and even capricious trees. It can dry out very quickly without sufficient care.
Why pears dry on a tree
The most likely cause is moniliosis, a fungal disease.
The carriers of infection are birds, insects, and the wind. Some of the fruits affected by moniliosis fall off, the rest dry on the branches. The second name of the disease is fruit rot. It develops during a period of increased heat and humidity. Preventive measures are needed - pruning, removing diseased fruits, spraying pears at a certain time of development.
Another reason is considered to be insufficient nutrition of the pear seedling, the wrong irrigation schedule.
How to save a pear that is drying up
The first step is to determine the exact cause of the shrinkage. Of course, if possible. When this is not possible, then check each item listed in the article earlier.
Chemicals
Treatment with chemicals is used in the presence of fungal diseases on the pear or the appearance of pests. It is easiest to fight if the necessary preventive spraying has been carried out. For medical treatments, copper-containing preparations or fungicides are used. Among modern drugs, antibiotics are distinguished, which are very effective in drying pears. Insecticides work against pests:
- Bi-58;
- Decis Profi;
- Tetrix;
- Aktara.
The solution is prepared strictly according to the instructions, then the wood is processed. Several re-treatments may be required to get rid of the problem. You need to closely monitor the condition of the pear. Chemical control agents are not used after the tree has finished flowering.
The instrument must be disinfected before and after the procedure.
Biological agents
Currently, new modern biological preparations have appeared. They are not only therapeutic, but also therapeutic and prophylactic. One-time processing is not enough. Biological agents are most often photounstable and rapidly degrade when exposed to light.The Fitoverm series works well for the destruction of pests. This group includes Aktofit, Iskra-bio, Agravertin.
Gamair, Alirin-B, Planriz, Fitosporin-M are used against fungal infections and for prophylaxis. Rodent protection is Bactorodencid.
Folk ways
The most common substance for folk compositions is wood ash. It serves as a top dressing, protection from pests. In the form of an infusion, it is used for spraying, branches and the near-stem space are sprinkled with dry powder.
From ticks, aphids and in the form of prevention of fungal diseases, an infusion of garlic or onion is prepared. It is not necessary to cleanse the culture, the husk is also suitable for preparing infusions.
The baking soda solution is used much less frequently, but it is used at the first sign of powdery mildew or fungal infections of the foliage.
Effective use of infusions of nut autumn leaves, tobacco, wormwood. All these funds are aimed at the prevention and control of pear pests.
Rules for caring for a fruit tree
A very important item for maintaining the health of the pear. The gardener needs to pay attention to the plant at every stage of its development.
- Be sure to check the condition of the soil. A pear needs loose, fertile soil. On heavy clay soil, the roots will quickly rot.
- Make drainage outflows with a close location of groundwater or transplant a young tree higher.
- Pruning and shaping regularly.
- Remove damaged branches or leaves.
- Monitor soil moisture, observe the irrigation schedule.
- Feed the fruit plant in a timely manner.
- It is imperative to draw up and follow a schedule for preventive wood treatments. Spraying should be done not only against pests, but also for possible infection of the pear.
- Inspect the tree carefully and regularly.
- Cover the tree before the onset of frost in order to avoid freezing of the roots or the appearance of frost cracks.
- Protect from rodents.
Conclusion
If the gardener noticed that the branches of the pear are drying one by one in the garden, you need to immediately take action.
There are several reasons for drying out. To preserve the tree, you will need to strictly adhere to the cultivation techniques from the moment the seedling is planted.
