Leaf Spots, Miscellaneous

Several fungal (primarily Rosisphaerella rosicola/Cercospora and Elsinoe rosa...

8 host plants · Abiotic

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Rosa shows variable fungal leaf spots (Cercospora, Elsinoe, Cladosporium) with red margins and tan centers, progressing to yellowing and defoliation. Manage as you would black spot: space well, avoid dense shade, eliminate overhead watering, and rake fallen leaves at season's end. Remove infected foliage promptly.

In general, tactics used to manage black spot, powdery mildew, and/or rust will be effective on many leaf spotting fungi. Space or prune bushes to allow for good airflow.

What Should I Do?

  • In general, tactics used to manage black spot, powdery mildew, and/or rust will be effective on many leaf spotting...
  • Space or prune bushes to allow for good airflow.
  • Avoid dense plantings and shaded areas.
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Agent Type
abiotic
Causal Agent
Several fungal (primarily Rosisphaerella rosicola/Cercospora and Elsinoe rosa...
Host Plants
8
Spread
rain-splash

Management

Cultural Controls

  • In general, tactics used to manage black spot, powdery mildew, and/or rust will be effective on many leaf spotting fungi.
  • Space or prune bushes to allow for good airflow.
  • Avoid dense plantings and shaded areas.
  • Avoid overhead watering that keeps plants wet for extended periods of time.
  • Rake up and burn all leaves at season's end.
  • Remove and destroy infected plant parts.

Host Plants (8)

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