Q.My 3 yr old lilac bush is blooming and dying in sections at same time
The leaves came first this year and the buds kept growing and it bloomed 3 days ago. Since blooming I notice 3 sections of bush where leaves are withering and dying and the blooming panicles are turning brown. I live in St. Louis county, MO and we have had so much rain this spring, but my garden is in full sun and on hill so I know it’s not holding excess water. I fed phosphorous 3 days ago and 3 weeks prior added a layer of organic soil around entire garden then mulched. I don’t see bugs but if it’s ill I don’t know what to look for. I’m really sad about this as my gardens are my pride and joy. Can you help?
Certified GKH Gardening Expert
It could be bacterial blight. This article should help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/lilac/common-lilac-problems.htm
