30 Roses Yellowing in 2005: Fungicide Program Urgently Needed

Lisa: 30 bushes, many leaves yellowing. Asks for help.

Immediate Question: Fungicide Program Started?

Yellow leaves in humid spring = black spot onset. Spray every 2 weeks minimum. Rain/heat worsens.

Action Now

1. Buy systemic fungicide (Immunox, Ortho) at garden center.
2. Spray all 30 roses today.
3. Add ½ tsp Miracle-Gro per gallon for foliar feed.
4. Repeat per label. Clean fallen leaves.

Consistency saves the season.