Wilted branch - butterfly bush - Ask Extension
2-year old bush, south facing, irrigated bed.
Any reason "why" this one branch would look wilted or dying?
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Wilted branch - butterfly bush #872339
Asked June 09, 2024, 10:46 PM EDT
2-year old bush, south facing, irrigated bed.
Any reason "why" this one branch would look wilted or dying?
Oakland County Michigan
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Hello,
From this photo it is hard to be certain, but I would suspect a stem borer of some kind. Prune off the affected branch and take a closer look at the stem. You will probably see the damage and possibly the larva doing the damage. Since it seems pretty limited, I would not recommend treating at this time.
Ruth
From this photo it is hard to be certain, but I would suspect a stem borer of some kind. Prune off the affected branch and take a closer look at the stem. You will probably see the damage and possibly the larva doing the damage. Since it seems pretty limited, I would not recommend treating at this time.
Ruth
