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Photinia care requirements
water
Regularly when establishing. Moderate once established.
soil
Well-draining, fertile soil.
light
Full sun to partial shade.
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Photinia
- fiber_manual_recordSmall circular red to maroon spots on leaves
- fiber_manual_recordSpots developing grey centers as they mature
- fiber_manual_recordHeavy defoliation in wet seasons, weakening the plant
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Common causes in Photinia
Caused by the fungus Entomosporium mespili, common on photinia, hawthorn, and related plants, spreading via water splash in prolonged wet, humid weather.
healing
How to treat entomosporium leaf spot in Photinia
Remove and destroy fallen and infected leaves, prune to open up the canopy, and apply fungicide sprays during wet periods if the plant has a history of infection.
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Preventing entomosporium leaf spot in Photinia
Avoid overhead irrigation, plant with adequate spacing for airflow, and choose resistant species or cultivars where reinfection is persistent.