What is eating my viburnum?
edenchild
4 years ago
I have two Viburnum tinus ‘Spring Bouquet’ planted either side of the path to my front door. Since I mostly enter the house through the side garage, I didn’t notice this damage until recently. Any suggestions as to what may be responsible? Is insecticidal soap the best treatment?
I though viburnum were fairly resistant to insect damage. If fact, I have several viburnum davidii nearby that are completely untouched by whatever this may be.
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Comments (3)i think you already did ... lol ... you cut it off ... i have had a few cold FREEZES ... and it looks just like that.. on stuff that was a bit ahead of its time .. i would leave any other damage.. and see if new growth reverts to normal ... how old is this thing ... any recent transplant issues ???? .. what percent of the plant.. all new growth..etc ... more info???? ken...See Morewhat's this on my Viburnum?
Comments (6)skidoo, Is it near a wooded area? Look at the other trees that are nearby, do they have it too? What is the overall health of the shrub? It may be harmless, or your shrub could be in poor health and it is taking advantage, you can take that to a nursery close by, they will tell you....See MoreWhat is eating my carlessi viburnum?
Comments (10)I don't see anything "eating" the leaves in the photo above. And I agree with ken that whatever is present is extremely minor AFA damage is concerned and nothing that requires any treatment. And I would also agree that for most plant issues, now - the beginning of fall - is not the time to treat. These plants are about to start shutting down for the season and will be soon entering dormancy and dropping all their leaves. Should similar issue develop next spring, that would be when (or even if) you should consider some sort of treatment. The spotting on the hydrangea is most likely Cercospora leaf spot, a late season fungal issue that is almost entirely cosmetic in nature. It is caused by high humidity and overhead watering. Just gather up all the leaves when they fall and dispose of them. I also agree with ken that the boxwood would be the only plant I might be concerned about. Boxwood is prone to a very debilitating blight that cannot be controlled and removal is suggested. But we would need to see to confirm that was the issue before you take that drastic step. It is sometimes difficult for new gardeners to accept but perfection in the garden - pristine, unblemished foliage, no insects, no leaf scorch or drying - is contrary to nature. There will always be issues in any garden. It is only through experience or research that you will begin to recognize what is serious and should be treated and what can be safely overlooked or ignored. You'll get there :-))...See MoreWhat is wrong with my Viburnum?
Comments (6)were they all planted at the same time??? since its only been 6 weeks.. i have to vote for transplant shock ... i simply dont jump to disease that fast.. with that history ... it looks like of might be planted too deep .. poke around in there.. and find out where the roots start ... perhaps it settled ... otherwise.. i would just keep it properly watered.. letting it near dry before the next deep watering ... and see what happens once it gets of the stress ... personally i dont think fert is a response to stress ... see link for general primer..ken https://sites.google.com/site/tnarboretum/Home/planting-a-tree-or-shrub...See Moreedenchild
4 years agoThere are irrigation heads nearby but the system goes on at 4am and these bushes are on the east side of the house. They get full sun until noonish and then again later in the day, The damage is also on all sides of the shrubs. Here is the north side of the path...
And here is the south side...
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