fungal diseases

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  • Explain rose black disease
    A fungus that causes purple or black spots on leaves causing them to fall off. Spread by water or wind
  • How do you treat fungal diseases of plants?
    Fungicide and destroy infected leaves
  • What is rose black spot?
    A fungal disease of rose plants. It is spread in the environment by wind or water (rain drops splashing).
  • What are the symptoms of rose black spot?
    Purple or black spots appear on leaves. The leaves often turn yellow and fall off the plant. It affects plant growth as there are fewer leaves to photosynthesise.
  • How can we treat rose black spot?
    Fungicide sprays can be used, and removing (and destroying) the affected leaves also helps prevent the spread of the fungus to other leaves and other plants.