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Orange Circles on Key Lime Bark: Fungal Treatment with Atomic Grow

Concentric orange circles on key lime bark indicate a fungal pathogen (likely a canker or anthracnose). The affected branch is dying; spores are spreading to healthy wood.

Organic Management

Remove the dead branch back to healthy wood; sterilize tools.
Spray Atomic Grow on all foliage and trunk every 7-10 days.
Drench root zone monthly with 20 tsp per 5 gallons water.
Remove all mulch, stones, and debris under the canopy; expose sandy soil.

Atomic Grow disrupts fungal growth and boosts citrus immunity organically.

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