Problem Info

The ripening fruit is misshapen and rotten and often drops prematurely. Small holes and deep, crescent-shape scars appear on the fruit. When cut open, this fruit may contain crescent-shaped grubs.

Solution Advice

You can''t kill the grubs inside the fruit. Protect the rest of the tree by applying an insecticide labeled for this pest, following label directions. Pick up and destroy all fallen fruit.

Product Recommendations

• Ortho® Flower, Fruit & Vegetable Insect Killer Ready-To-Use
• Ortho® Flower, Fruit & Vegetable Insect Killer Concentrate