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Lilacs #877758

Asked July 18, 2024, 10:18 AM EDT

I have quite a few lilacs and the leaves are very Kristy Wondering if this is a bug or something else?

Anoka County Minnesota

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https://yardandgarden.extension.iastate.edu/encyclopedia/lilac-bacterial-blight
The most likely cause of what you are seeing is bacterial blight. With all the rain it is highly unlikely they are suffering from a lack of water.

Evelyn Locke, MN Master Gardener, Tree Care Advisor, Volunteer Replied July 18, 2024, 7:19 PM EDT

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Lilacs #877758

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