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Strategies to Control Loropetalum Decline in Central Florida1

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<strong>Strategies</strong> <strong>to</strong> <strong>Control</strong> <strong>Loropetalum</strong> <strong>Decl<strong>in</strong>e</strong> <strong>in</strong> <strong>Central</strong> Florida 4<br />

Spray each <strong>in</strong>dividual plant thoroughly. Remember<br />

that several common fungicides utilize Cu hydroxide<br />

(Cu(OH) 2 ) as the active <strong>in</strong>gredient (e.g., Kocide<br />

2000, Champion WP, Agri Star Nu Cop). If you are<br />

already treat<strong>in</strong>g <strong>Loropetalum</strong> for a fungal pest, you<br />

will not need <strong>to</strong> apply an additional source of Cu <strong>to</strong><br />

control decl<strong>in</strong>e.<br />

When us<strong>in</strong>g any foliar Cu treatment, avoid<br />

spray<strong>in</strong>g surround<strong>in</strong>g plants as phy<strong>to</strong><strong>to</strong>xicity may<br />

occur. These materials can also cause damage <strong>to</strong><br />

metal surfaces such as cars, lawn furniture, etc. In<br />

addition, applica<strong>to</strong>rs should wear appropriate<br />

personal protective equipment when apply<strong>in</strong>g foliar<br />

Cu sprays.

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