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Apple scab is a fungus disease that only attacks trees belonging to the genus malus.
It occurs annually in all districts, but varies in intensity and is most severe after a wet May.
During winter months the fungus appears as small blister-like pimples on fallen leaves and young shoots.
Some control can be achieved by gathering up and burning fallen leaves, and by cutting out diseased shoots in winter.
Complete control can be obtained by spraying with a fungicide, at green cluster, pink bud, petal fall and fruitlet stages.
If necessary, make repeat applications at fortnightly intervals until mid-July.
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