Phytophthora Foliage Blight

About Phytophthora Foliage Blight

This disease causes dark, water-soaked lesions on leaves and stems, leading to rapid foliage wilting and dieback. It primarily affects ornamental plants and shrubs, thriving in poorly drained soils and wet conditions common in Middle Tennessee areas like Franklin and Brentwood. Proper drainage and timely fungicide applications are essential to manage Phytophthora foliage blight effectively.

Phytophthora Foliage Blight 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 Phytophthora Foliage Blight 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.