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Plum Tree care requirements
water
Regular, consistent watering during growing season; reduce frequency in dormancy; avoid waterlogging
soil
Well-draining, loamy soil; pH 6.0–6.5 preferred; tolerates various soil types when drainage is good
light
Full sun (6–8 hours daily); essential for fruit development and sweetness
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Plum Tree
- fiber_manual_recordCircular brown or black spots
- fiber_manual_recordYellow halos around spots
- fiber_manual_recordPremature defoliation
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Common causes in Plum Tree
Multiple fungal and bacterial pathogens. Favoured by wet foliage and warm temperatures.
healing
How to treat leaf spot in Plum Tree
Remove affected leaves. Apply appropriate fungicide or bactericide.
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Preventing leaf spot in Plum Tree
Water at soil level. Improve air circulation. Practise crop rotation.