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North West, OH(Zone 5b)

Hey All,

My parents came to me with a problem which I'm passing on to you in hopes of finding a remedy. They've had 2 different kinds of ivy climbing over their patio for as long as I can remember and now something's got it. I would guess it's some kind of blight(?) but I have no idea what to do about it. The vines are really starting to drop off and they're wondering if there's anything that can be done to save it.

Thanks for any suggestions,
La

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North West, OH(Zone 5b)

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The Woodlands, TX(Zone 9a)

I believe this is anthracnose. Scroll down to anthracnose in this article and it will tell you what to do.
http://www.yardener.com/ProblemsofVirginiaCreeper.html

North West, OH(Zone 5b)

By Jove ceejay I believe that's it....thank you! Do you have any 1st hand expereince with this?

The Woodlands, TX(Zone 9a)

No, Virginia Creeper tends to get out of hand here, so I pull up any I find... But it does make a pretty vine where it can be contained.
You're very welcome - I'm glad I could help.
CJ

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