Q.Magnolia Tree Problems.
Having trouble with a three year old Magnolia Tree. Not healthy right now, one side of tree is loosing its leaves much faster than the other side and looks bare. Can someone help?
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This sounds a lot like Verticillium Wilt. This will, commonly, affect only one side of a tree. Here is an article that will help you to treat the issue:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/disease/verticillium-wilt-treatment.htm
Thank You for the response. After reading about verticillium will on the web, I understand that it is a cousin to the fusarium blight. I have more questions and hope that you can provide some insights. Is there a fungicide that would be more effective against verticillium? Also, I have cedar mulch surrounding the Magnolia. Is it possible that this may contribute to the growth of verticillium?
