Why Is My Chitalpa Tree Losing A Lot Of Leaves This Summer

Question

My chitalpa tree is about 9 years old and has not lost leaves like this before.

Answer 1

There are a few things that can cause this, but Verticillium comes to mind, first. Usually, this comes from soils that get too much water, or remain wet, and when the tree is shaded.

Here are some articles that will help:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/disease/verticillium-wilt-treatment.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/chitalpa/growing-chitalpa-trees.htm

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

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/organic/biofungicide-information.htm