Pear: Virus diseases

Biology

Virus diseases of pears in home orchards seldom cause significant problems. Symptoms of common viruses are seen on bark, leaves, and fruit. Some virus diseases may cause bark to appear roughened or blistered. Most common virus diseases of pears are transmitted by grafting or other mechanical means. For more information on stony pit virus, see Pear: Stony pit virus.

Management Options

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

Non-chemical Management

Select non-chemical management options as your first choice!

• Plant only certified virus-free stock.
• Do not perform grafts with wood from infected trees.
• Remove and destroy severely affected trees, if desired.

Chemical Management

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

• None recommended.

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