Plum tree fungus*

(Question)

How I do you get rid of plum tree fungus?

(Answer)

Thank you for contacting the Toronto Master Gardeners.

Information regarding two fungi – black knot and brown rot – and how to get rid of them, has already been posted on our website. Please type plum tree fungus in the search box to access it.

Additional information is available on the following website:

https://www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/$department/deptdocs.nsf/all/faq7622

Pruning your tree correctly will improve its general health and increase yield.

https://minnetonkaorchards.com/how-to-prune-a-plum-tree/provides a step-by-step guide to pruning plum trees.