Help! My Baby Lilacs Are Dying. What Can I Do To Save Them?

Question

I transplanted baby lilac plants from a parent plant that I have. They looked good last fall, and survived the winter. Now, the leaves are starting to die. I’m not sure if there is a blight, do they need more water, or is there a PH issue? I cannot afford to buy new plants. Please help! Here are 2 photos:

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Answer 1

I can see some webbing so it may be spider mites. There also may be a fungal disease going on, so spray the leaves with Neem oil, which should help with both. If the leaves drop, just remove them to the trash so as not to spread any pathogens. New leaves should grow back.

Here is more:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/lilac/common-lilac-problems.htm