Native Salal 100’ Rusty Spots? - Ask Extension
What is happening to my extensive bed of native salal, over 40 years old, is covered in rusty spots. Two madrona tree seedlings, as well. Our county r...
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Native Salal 100’ Rusty Spots? #828549
Asked May 04, 2023, 9:23 PM EDT
What is happening to my extensive bed of native salal, over 40 years old, is covered in rusty spots. Two madrona tree seedlings, as well. Our county recently dropped weed killer along the shoulder. But it never bothered it before.
Other salal in our acre lot and neighborhood is spotless.
In the photos, see it backs up to-my planted beds with no spots.
Thank you for any identification and advice.
Kitsap County Washington
Expert Response
Hello Sandy,
Due to the difference in climates and other geographical factors, we only answer horticulture questions in Oregon at OSU's Ask Extension platform.
Washington State University has an Extension service, and you can fill out this form to get in contact with Kitsap County Master Gardeners: https://extension.wsu.edu/kitsap/gardening/master-gardener-diagnostic-clinics/#mgcontact. You can attach your photos to this form as well.
Thank you for reaching out, and best of luck!
