Not in BC

Blueberry Stunt

Not established in BC. Included so growers and scouts can watch for it. Report a suspected find to the BC Blueberry Council.

Damage

Bushes are severely stunted and bushy. Leaves may be spoon-shaped or cupped downward with chlorotic margins and chlorosis between the veins. Chlorotic areas turn bright red in late summer. Yield is reduced.

Disease

This disease is caused by a phytoplasma and is spread by leafhoppers. It is present in Eastern Canada and the Eastern US.

Photo reference

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