Leaf curl in action - yuck.

Sep 21, Leaf fall is usually a sign that the tree is entering its annual dormant stage when the energy used for wood growth is redirected towards the production of fruit-bearing buds. The University of Florida recommends pruning peach and nectarine trees between December and February, before the first bud breaks.

Fruit may have spots and be pitted.

Correct dormant pruning is particularly important during the first few years of growth to select branches that will help the tree Estimated Reading Time: 2 mins. Oct 06, Answer: Many nectarine trees are running out of fertilizer which is evident by yellowing leaves that gradually drop. Some are also affected by a leaf spot fungus that hastens the bushremover.barted Reading Time: 3 mins.