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Question
I have four dogwood shrubs in my backyard. The stems of the shrubs are
turning black and the leaves are turning brown and drying out. Could this be a
fungus or an insect? What should I do?
Rachael,
There are several twig blights that effect dogwoods. Unfortuately, there is no fungicide that will control this disease. The best recommendation I can give is to prune off the effected branches, keep the plant well watered during the summer and fertilize in the fall.
Good luck,
Ed Gulliksen
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Edward Gulliksen
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I can help to diagnose any Tree and Shrub related problem, whether it be a disease or insect infestation.
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I am an ISA Certified Arborist, Consulting Arborist and a licensed NYS Pesticide Applicator.
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