Remove the diseased branches and then fertilize it with Epson salt.

It certainly fits blossom blight. Often that is self-limiting once it dries out - I have a few shoots this year and I pulled them off by hand. At least thats how it works for me in hot, humid Maryland.

Scott

Thanks for your replies.I'm hoping the tree will get through this without too much trouble.
weatherman,
Is your recommendation to use Epsom salt to help the plant produce chlorophyll and aid in absorbing phosphorus and nitrogen?From what I've read,it contains magnesium and sulfur.I've never had a soil test.Is there a chance of overdoing it,if there is already enough present?
I also read about different fungicides to use.One mentioned was wettable sulfur,which I have and another effective chemical listed was Captan.
From reading,I may have missed some times to apply these.Will there be any benefit to spraying into the growing season? Thanks,Brady

Is your recommendation to use Epsom salt to help the plant produce chlorophyll and aid in absorbing phosphorus and nitrogen?

yes; it also encourages the tree to produce new growth.