Extension Corner with Paul Pugliese: Why Your Cherry Tree Has Holes in Its Leaves
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Have holes in the leaves of your ornamental cherry tree and wondering what's causing it? It might not be bugs after all!
In this video, Paul Pugliese, UGA Extension Agent in Bartow County, breaks down a common issue affecting ornamental flowering cherry trees in Georgia—leaf spot disease. He explains how this fungal and bacterial disease mimics insect damage, when it starts, what to look for, and what you can (and can’t) do about it.
For more expert advice on tree care and plant health, reach out to your local UGA Extension office at 1-800-ASK-UGA1 or visit www.ugaextension.com. And don’t forget to subscribe to Georgia Farm Monitor for more ag education and stories from across the state.