Hedge Dead Leaf Groups: Fungal Dieback, Fungicide and Pruning

Leafy hedge: groups of dead leaves, green stems. Some stems mixed brown/green. What to do?

Likely Fungal Twig/Blight

Without ID, fungicide spray (Daconil — broad label). Don't cut green stems with brown leaves (may recover). Cut dead wood only.

Protocol

• Daconil spray, repeat 7–10 days
• Monitor new growth
• Retreat if dieback increases