Hi, I have 8 Green Velvet Boxwoods that have been in place for years. Last year I noticed 1of them started to show a problem and now this year the pr...
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Asked April 30, 2024, 12:32 PM EDT
Hi, I have 8 Green Velvet Boxwoods that have been in place for years. Last year I noticed 1of them started to show a problem and now this year the problem has gotten worse and I wonder it it is affecting the rest of them. I went to Gertens and she did not know for sure, but mentioned Boxwood Blight although she said the U had not seen any of that blight but recommended I contact the U of M Extension. I am concerned as I do not want to lose them. Thank you for any help you can give me. I have 5 pictures but only sent 3.
Linda Parker<personal data hidden>
Dakota CountyMinnesota
Expert Response
Based upon what's presented in the Virginia Extension videos, We think you can rule out boxwood blight. However, by careful observation you might be able to determine whether Volutella blight is present.
Hi, Thank you for replying to my email about my boxwoods. I have read and watched the material you linked to me. I did not read whether I can remove them and replant with new ones. Is the fungus in the soil now? I am not really sure what direction I should take. Maybe I will take a sample to the U to diagnose and help me on specific instructions on what to do. If you can give me any more help, I would appreciate it.
If disease is present, experts at the Plant Disease Clinic can identify it and explain what to do about it.
Volutella blight most often affects plants that have been stressed by unfavorable growing conditions including drought and winter burn. Winter burned branches might recover. However, those killed by disease must be removed and this often permanently disfigure affected plants.
It's important to find out what's damaged the foliage.
