Fruit Tree Leaves Curling: Pest, Water or Disease?

Leaf curl describes a symptom, not a single disease.

Look inside the curl

Aphids often hide inside curled new growth. Citrus leafminer produces winding mines. Peach leaf curl produces thickened, distorted tissue. Psyllids, thrips and water stress can create other patterns.

Photograph before pruning

Take clear photos of the top and underside of leaves and the whole affected shoot. Removing all damaged growth can erase useful diagnostic evidence.

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