Prunus spinosa · Shrub
Silver leaf: Prune only in mid-summer to allow wounds to heal before fungal spores are active.
Blossom wilt: Improve air circulation and avoid wetting foliage when watering to reduce fungal pressure.
Aphids: Encourage natural predators like ladybirds or use a strong jet of water to dislodge them.
Bullfinch damage: Erect netting or bird deterrents around the shrub during the budding stage.
Caterpillar defoliation: Monitor for webbing or frass and remove affected branches if infestation is severe.