# Leaf Curl Bubbles on Peach Trees
Peaches are referred to as the queen of fruit, as cited by the Ohio State University Extension, and rank second in popularity and use to apples. The fruit is native to Asia and is broadly classified as freestone and clingstone. A fungal infection causes curl and bubbles on its foliage.
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Identification
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Peach trees are susceptible to the peach leaf curl disease, which is caused by the Taphrina deformans fungus. The fungal spores overwinter on infected tree areas and buds and start growing during moist spring weather. Repeat infections cause severe decline in tree health.
Damage
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The disease is characterized by red-colored, wart-like bubbles on new foliage. The foliage color is yellow, orange or purple instead of the normal green. Infected foliage is curled and tissues in the twigs are swollen. The fruit is often infected and displays raised growths resembling warts. As the disease progresses, foliage becomes gray and powdery and drops.
Management
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The use of dormant fungicides during fall or before bud break is often sufficient to contain the infection. Recommended fungicides include copper-based compounds, chlorothalonil or lime sulfur. Reduce stress to treated trees with adequate irrigation and extra fertilizer.
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