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Common Cultural: Hail damage

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revision date: 2023-01-09 12:00

Pear fruit damaged by severe hailstorm.
Tattered leaves and pear fruit damaged by severe hailstorm
Photo by: M. Bush

Biology

Hail damage can vary from minor leaf spots and shredding to complete defoliation. Scarring of fruit may also occur. Minor damage may not be immediately apparent. Distribution of damaged plants can be limited to localized geographical areas.

Management Options

Use Integrated Pest Management (IPM) for successful plant problem management.

Non-chemical Management

Select non-chemical management options as your first choice!

None recommended.

Chemical Management

IMPORTANT: Visit Home and Garden Fact Sheets for more information on using pesticides.

None recommended.

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