Why Is My Eleagnus Dying?

Question

Our 30-odd year old eleagnus, about 12 feet high and which has never flowered but has always provided dense leaf cover – is dying – the leaves are drying and falling off. What might be the reason and might it be saved? Our soil is light and well drained – the subsoil is sand. Thanks, Steve S.

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Answer 1

Unfortunately, there are many blights that affect this species.

These articles will help:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/disease/controlling-southern-blight.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/disease/fire-blight-remedies-and-symptoms.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/elaeagnus/how-to-grow-elaeagnus-limelight.htm