If light spots can be seen on the leaves of the cherry laurel, you must act quickly. Because then the cherry laurel is affected by shotgun disease.
The shotgun disease can be recognized by bright spots forming on the leaves of the plant. After a while, they turn reddish-brown. About two weeks later, the dots become red-bordered holes. With a very strong infestation of the fungal disease, the plant even dies. But there are some measures that help the cherry laurel.
3 tips against shotgun disease
Tip 1 - choose the right location:
The location should be dry. A humid climate is ideal for the fungus, which is why the cherry laurel should be in a place where it dries quickly after a rain shower. For example, it is not recommended to put the plant under a tree, as the dripping water prolongs the wetness. In addition, the cherry laurel should not be placed near a lawn sprinkler. Constant watering may also lead to the fungal disease. Reading tip: Transplanting cherry laurel - explained step by step.
Tip 2 - Cut back the plant:
In the event of an infestation, the plant must be consistently cut back. All infested fruit and infested foliage must be completely removed.
Tip 3 - Spray cherry laurel with fungicide:
In the year following the disease, it is advisable to spray the cherry laurel with a fungicide. Otherwise there is a risk of another outbreak. In addition, the fungus is very stubborn and hardy, which is why you should not do without this treatment.
The first treatment starts in spring. This is highly recommended, especially if the weather is wet for a longer period of time. You then have to inject a total of three more times at two-week intervals. You must generally ensure that you carry out the spraying in the course of leaf development.