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Lilac plants #879230

Asked July 29, 2024, 12:08 PM EDT

Our lilac bush leaves are all turning brown. I am wondering what is wrong? What can I do?

Anoka County Minnesota

Expert Response

Hi Mary,

I have some bad news for you if the problem is what I think it is. I bet you have bacterial blight.

Yours is the third question I've had in a few days and I'm seeing it all over in my neighborhood. The weather conditions have been perfect for it.

Sorry,

Sally Granath

St. Louis County MG

An Ask Extension Expert Replied July 31, 2024, 4:50 PM EDT