Question
QUESTION: I have these growing along my back fence. Some are starting to turn brown and dead looking. I have gone to a
nursery and they sold me something with Garlic in it. It
didn't do anything. I have kept them moist and I have a lot
invested in them. Could you think of anything I might try
Would so appreciate it. I love the vines.
t

ANSWER: Hi Shirley,
Thanx for your question.  What is your general location and have you noticed any insects on the leaves?  Please let me know.
thx,
Tom

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QUESTION: I live in Schertz, Tx outside of San Antonia. The plants
have been along my fence for qppx. 3 years.
         Thank You

Answer
Hi Shirley,
Thanx for your question.  You didn't say whether you noticed any insects on it or not so I'm going to assume that this could be a fungus problem.  Has the plant received regualr water?  Drought can cause the leaves to turn brown.  Try a fungicidal spray but remove all of the brown and/or deadlooking leaves and burn them or put them in the trash.  Spray the plant with a fungicidal spray.  Clean the area up around the plant removing weeds and dead or decaying growth and dispose of it.  Do not fertilize until spring and then use a 10-10-10 balanced fertilizer.  I hope this helps.
Tom