Bought A Autumn Blaze Maple In August And Planted It. The Leaves Were Healthy, Green And Beautiful. Now They Are Turning Black And

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falling off. Almost as if they are burnt. I am in South Carolina. Any ideas?

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Answer 1

This will be Maple Tar Spot disease. Fortunately, this does not mean the end of the tree. Here is an article that will help:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/maple/maple-tar-spot-disease.htm