Q.Boxwood Hedges
Last spring I noticed some spots in our boxwood hedge that were stressed and dying. This year the area has spread. What could be causing this and what would be the best treatment? The area loses all leaves and leaves bare areas in the middle of the hedge.

GKH_Susan
Certified GKH Gardening Expert
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Answered on March 20, 2020
It could be boxwood decline. Here is a management article.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/boxwood/treating-boxwood-decline.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/boxwood/diseases-affecting-boxwoods.htm
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