Cherry (Prunus spp.)-Shothole

Latest revision: 
March 2024

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Note Good information on the control of shothole in sweet cherry is lacking. Much of our information is derived for the same disease on peaches or almonds. Applications of fungicides past shuck split may be needed in years when heavy spring rains continue past bloom. Also, Sweetheart cherries seem to be very susceptible to this disease in western Oregon.