Rose Black Spot
A common fungal disease of roses that causes spotted, yellowing leaves and early leaf drop, weakening the plant over time.
A common fungal disease of roses that causes spotted, yellowing leaves and early leaf drop, weakening the plant over time.
Look for black spots with ragged, feathery edges on rose leaves, usually surrounded by a yellow halo. Infected leaves turn yellow and fall early, often starting at the bottom of the plant and working upward.
Often mistaken for: other leaf spot diseases
Shows up spring through fall, and it's worst during wet or humid stretches since the spores need moisture sitting on the leaves to spread.
Affects roses in home landscapes.
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