LILAC        DISEASES OF BRANCHES/TRUNK


DEAD SHOOTS
(Occurs occasionally)
New shoots are killed and branches may have black streaks.

Photo by University of MN Extension Service
SHOOT BLIGHT
(Occurs infrequently)
Shoot blight affects newest growth.

Photo by Janna Beckerman
WILTING/DROUGHT-LIKE SYMPTOMS
(Occurs occasionally)
Wilting or dieback of individual branches in the canopy.

Photo by Plant Disease Clinic
DIEBACK OR DROUGHT-LIKE SYMPTOMS
(Occurs infrequently)
Wilting or dieback of individual branches in the crown.

Photo by Robert Blanchette
OTHER CAUSES
Other symptoms caused by chemical, animal, or environmental factors.

Photo by Chad Behrendt


Lilac Diseases

Plant Disease Diagnostics
University of Minnesota, Yard and Garden Clinic

Developed (1999) and maintained by
Chad J. Behrendt, Ph.D. and Crystal M. Floyd

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Content Last Updated 09/07/00
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