The Botanical Diary
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FungalSummer–Autumn

Rust

Rust — a fungal disease affecting garden plants.

Danger level
Moderate
Rust

Symptoms of Rust

Orange-rusty pustules on leaf undersides, yellow-orange spots on upper surface. Premature leaf drop, weakened shoots. Most common on roses, pears, currants.

How to treat Rust

Remove and destroy affected leaves and shoots. Spray with copper-based fungicides or sulfur preparations. Avoid overhead watering. Remove alternate hosts (junipers near pears).