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Allegheny serviceberry is ailing and needs help #840661
Asked July 14, 2023, 12:46 PM EDT
Ramsey County Minnesota
Expert Response
I need a close up of the front and back of an affected but not dead leaf.
Also is there a nearby juniper or cyprus?
https://pnwhandbooks.org/plantdisease/host-disease/serviceberry-amelanchier-spp-rust
My initial impression is that this might be rust, a fungal infection.
Paula
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Dear paulakelty, here's the response to your question:
Yep, it is rust as per link sent earlier. You should choose a different plant.
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Steve Miles Master Gardener, Hennepin County MN
I am always happy to receive follow-up questions if I do not fully address your question.
Sterilizing pruning tools prevents disease. https://extension.umn.edu/planting-and-growing-guides/clean-and-disinfect-gardening-toolsWe hope this response has sufficiently answered your questions. If not, please do not send another email. Instead, reply to this email or login to your account for a complete archive of all your support requests and responses.
Dear paulakelty, here's the response to your question:
Yep, it is rust as per link sent earlier. You should choose a different plant.
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Click here to view #0110587
Steve Miles Master Gardener, Hennepin County MN
I am always happy to receive follow-up questions if I do not fully address your question.
Sterilizing pruning tools prevents disease. https://extension.umn.edu/planting-and-growing-guides/clean-and-disinfect-gardening-toolsWe hope this response has sufficiently answered your questions. If not, please do not send another email. Instead, reply to this email or login to your account for a complete archive of all your support requests and responses.
