6 Most Of The Prevalent Rose Diseases 

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Roses are popular flowering shrubs. There are many diseases that can afflict these plants.

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If you are planning to plant roses or already have one, knowing about the diseases' symptoms will help you cure them.

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Black spots on roses are caused by a fungus called Diplocarpon rosae. It is a very common rose disease.

Black spot

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There are two types of mildew: powdery mildew (a powdery coating on leaves) and downy mildew (dark purple or brown color on leaves and stems).

Mildew

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Cankers appear as dead or discolored areas on the stem in the tones of brown, black, or gray. They are caused by fungi.

Canker

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This is another type of disease found on roses. It is caused by a fungus and causes orange-colored marks on leaves that turn to yellow and then drop.

Rust

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This disease can hamper the plant in the spring season, causing discolored and distorted leaves.

Mosaic virus

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This is another fungal disease that can cause serious damage to buds, preventing them from opening and turning flowers brown.

Botrytis

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