How to treat damaged boston ivy plants? - Ask Extension
Hi, Most of the ivy in these photos were planted last year. Some new ones were added this year. The brown spots began this year. The plants are grow...
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How to treat damaged boston ivy plants? #806337
Asked August 15, 2022, 12:17 PM EDT
Hi,
Most of the ivy in these photos were planted last year. Some new ones were added this year. The brown spots began this year. The plants are growing and spreading very well. They look great from afar, but very sad close up. What can I do to treat them? (No pets in the home.)
Thank you!!
Denver County Colorado
Expert Response
That is bacterial leaf spot. Here is some information about it:
https://hyg.ipm.illinois.edu/pastpest/200604b.html
https://hyg.ipm.illinois.edu/pastpest/200604b.html