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Pomegranate Bark Rot: Need for On-Site Diagnosis

Bark Rot on Pomegranate

Owner asks how to cure bark rot on pomegranate.

Expert Response

Many factors cause bark problems, not all infectious. Secondary organisms invade stressed/decayed areas, masking the primary cause. A field diagnosis by a county Extension agent or reputable garden center is essential.

Key Point

Without seeing the tree, accurate treatment advice is impossible.

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