Trying To Find A Treatment To My Fig Fruit Tree

Question

All the leaves in my Fig Tree are covered in this black type of fungus and is making them turn yellow and dying prematurely. We are in Atlanta GA (Alpharetta area) I was giving a fungus treatment from Pike nursery but haven work yet (two weeks ago) Please help me to identify the problem and find a solution, to save this beautiful tree. Thanks

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Answer 1

Unfortunately, the type of fungicide is not mentioned, but you may need to switch to a different kind.

This is sooty mold.

It can be brought about, initially, by an insect infestation. Controlling this will be necessary to prevent future mold issues.

Here are some articles that will help:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/using-fungicides-in-garden.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/organic/what-are-organic-pesticides.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/disease/how-to-get-rid-of-sooty-mold.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/organic/natural-home-pesticides-organic-garden-pest-control.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/figs/how-to-grow-figs.htm