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Updated: March 15, 2023

Fruit Problems: Prevention and Management

Growing many types of fruit successfully (especially tree fruits) even for backyard growers requires taking measures to prevent insect and disease problems.
apple of tree with apple scab
Updated: May 2, 2023

Strawberry Insect Pests

Strawberries are a good choice for the backyard grower but they do have some insect pests to be aware of.
ripe strawberry ready to be picked
Updated: March 24, 2023

Watering, Fertilizing, Harvesting, Spray Schedule Pears

Pears are excellent candidates for the backyard garden, as long as you are committed to the attention to detail and care that the crop requires.
pear tree with fruit
Updated: March 24, 2023

Raspberry and Blackberry Insect Pests

Monitor backyard grown raspberries and blackberries for insect pests.
raspberries and blackberries
Updated: March 15, 2023

Blueberry Insect Pests

Blueberries are relatively easy to grow in the backyard garden. Become familiar with potential pests.
Blueberry maggot adult looks like a small fly
Updated: February 24, 2023

Apple and Pear Insect Pests

Apple and pears grown by backyard growers are prone to many insect pests.
pear tree with fruit
Updated: February 24, 2023

Grape Insect Pests

Grapes do have some insect pests when growing in the backyard garden.
Tan and brown European grape berry moth
Updated: February 24, 2023

When to Spray Fruit Trees

Timing of tree fruit disease and pest preventative sprays are important for efficacy.
Updated: February 24, 2023

Home Fruit Disease and Pest Prevention Spray Schedule

The guide to managing fruit pests and diseases in home landscapes is updated annually by the Virginia Cooperative Extension
Updated: February 24, 2023

Peach, Cherry, Plum, and Nectarine Insect Pests

Peaches, cherries, plums, and nectarines grown by backyard growers are prone to many insect pests.
ripe peaches on a tree