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My lilacs in the last few weeks have had the leaves wither and die. The seed pods are still green after a good bloom this spring. Why are they brown a...
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Lilacs #878135
Asked July 21, 2024, 3:16 PM EDT
My lilacs in the last few weeks have had the leaves wither and die. The seed pods are still green after a good bloom this spring. Why are they brown and how should I treat this. Alot of the neighbors have the same issues
Chisago County Minnesota
Expert Response
Good Morning MaDonna,
Thank you for contacting the U of M Extension Service.
Please click on the following link from the U of M Extension Yard and Garden website:
Bacterial blight is a common disease of lilacs in Minnesota. Please scroll to the information on management of the disease.
Good Luck!
