Cherry Twisted Leaf

Cherry twisted leaf virus causes leaf distortion and chlorosis on cherry foliage. You notice abnormal leaf shape, twisting, and yellowing. The virus affects tree vigor and production. Control through removal of infected trees and prevention of grafting with contaminated plant material.

Remove infected trees. Remove wild cherry trees from around the orchard. Remove infected material promptly and improve growing conditions to limit pathogen spread. Good sanitation, adequate spacing, and proper irrigation practices reduce disease pressure over time.