Entomosporium Leaf Spot
Dark leaf spots with purple borders




About Entomosporium Leaf Spot
This fungal disease causes dark leaf spots with distinctive purple borders, primarily affecting photinia and other ornamental shrubs common in Middle Tennessee landscapes like Franklin and Brentwood. It leads to premature leaf drop, weakening plants and diminishing their aesthetic appeal. Managing Entomosporium leaf spot involves regular pruning for air circulation and applying appropriate fungicides during wet, humid conditions.
Entomosporium Leaf Spot (Dark leaf spots with purple borders) is a lawn or landscape disease commonly found in Middle Tennessee, including Columbia, Thompson's Station, Spring Hill, and the surrounding areas. This entry is part of our Disease Identification Library.
As lawn care and treatment specialists, we diagnose and treat Entomosporium Leaf Spot regularly when servicing properties across the region. Early identification is the key to effective fungicide treatment and minimizing damage to your turf and landscape plants.
Quick Facts
- Common Name
- Entomosporium Leaf Spot
- Scientific Name
- Dark leaf spots with purple borders
- Type
- Lawn & Landscape Disease
- Region
- Middle Tennessee