Abstract

In this study was investigated the Phytophthora spp., effects on plum trees in Skopelos island, Greece. Trees impacted by Phytophthora showed collar rot symptoms (below ground), crown rot and reddishbrown discoloration of the bark and poor growth with sparse, off-color foliage (above ground). Results showed that improve soil drainage techniques and application of fosetyl-Al when new leaves are hardening proved a good strategy to encourage

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  • In this study was investigated the Phytophthora spp., effects on plum trees in Skopelos island, Greece

  • Trees with crown symptoms show a gradual loss of vigor and decline of the top generally have a reduced number and size of leaves produced

  • Trees with foliar symptoms usually were associated with loss of canopy, showed branch dieback symptoms and eventually ending in death of the stunted growth tree [2]

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Introduction

In this study was investigated the Phytophthora spp., effects on plum trees in Skopelos island, Greece. Reduced Phytophthora root and grown rot symptoms and Increase plum fruits production. *Corresponding author: Vagelas IK, University of Thessaly, Department of Agriculture Crop Production and Rural Environment, Fytokou St., N.

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