Tackle leaf curl disease
EXAMINE peach, nectarine and almond trees now for red blistered foliage caused by the fungal disease peach leaf curl. If not controlled, this will lead to a slow decline in the tree’s overall health. With no fungicides available, evasive action is key. Pick up any fallen leaves to prevent reinfection and cover wall-trained trees with plastic sheeting from autumn to May, to keep fungal spores away. Leave this loose at the sides to let pollinators access the blossom.