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Dogwood > Stems/branches > Dense clusters of twigs

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Dogwood witches' broom
Phytoplasma Aster Yellows Group

  • Cluster of small weak twigs arise from one point on a larger branch and appear broom like
  • Leaves may be pale green to yellow
  • Plant growth and vigor may be reduced
  • Can occur on gray, silky and red osier dogwood
  • More information on aster yellows

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