Leaves partially killed appear as if scorched. Many infected leaves drop in late spring. Twigs may die back. Collect and destroy fallen leaves. Spraying with a recommended fungicide when buds begin to unfold in the spring and again in 10 to 20 days will help prevent infection.
Foliage appears bronzed, dried and scorched.
Water trees during summer droughts. Plant in areas protected from drying winter and summer winds. New leaves may be reduced in size and turn yellow. Infected trees may die slowly or suddenly. An olive-green discoloration may develop in the sapwood.