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David Austin Roses - issues #843831

Asked August 02, 2023, 12:54 PM EDT

Hello! I have three David Austin rose bushes. They are about 3 years old and have been a little difficult in general but this year, one of them has had major issues. The spring/summer started fine however now the buds are dying off and the "new growth" is strange, soft and curly leaves. The bush looks really strange, I've never seen anything like it. I had a friend suggest that it was being attached by the spotted lantern fly, which I have seen on the bush. The roses are growing near milkweed, spirea, lilac and mock oranges. Any thoughts or suggestions? Thank you!

Harford County Maryland

Expert Response

Unfortunately, we think the symptoms look suspiciously like viral Rose Rosette Disease.
There is no cure and we suggest removing the plant and putting it in the trash to lessen the chance that it moves to your other roses (via a tiny insect). Here is our page on the malady: 
https://extension.umd.edu/resource/rose-rosette-disease

Contrary to popular belief, Spotted Lanternfly 
doesn't cause any significant damage to garden plants.
It is more of a concern for agricultural crops like apples and grapes. Here is our page on them that you can share with your friend if you like: 
https://extension.umd.edu/resource/spotted-lanternfly-management-residents


Christine

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