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Maple losing leaves #833367

Asked June 02, 2023, 12:30 PM EDT

We have a maple that is dropping leaves. Can we save it? Thanks Denny

Oakland County Michigan

Expert Response

Looks like you have a case of Maple anthracnose. With the cool/wet spring, this disease is showing up a lot now. Here is an article that will help you better understand it. https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/maple_leaf_blister_and_anthracnose_two_foliar_diseases_that_can_appear_on_s

Thank you for your question! Rebecca Finneran Michigan State University Extension Senior Horticulture Educator Learn how t be a Smart Gardener here www.migarden.msu.edu Replied June 02, 2023, 2:41 PM EDT

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