Does anyone know what this is on our Holly tree and how to treat it? Thanks

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• Borderline Posts: 4,700

  April 2019

  I think that could be Coral Spot. Could be wrong, so let's see if others have a different opinion. See below link for more info:
  
  https://www.rhs.org.uk/advice/profile?pid=135
  
  

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• 24whites Posts: 3

  April 2019

  Just reading about coral spot and on ours it is on the healthy trunk of the tree.  A number of the branches have died off over the past 12 months and we've cut them out but these branches haven't had the red on them. 

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• Borderline Posts: 4,700

  April 2019

  If you have had to cut back dying branches, in the last 12 months, it's an indication your shrub may be struggling. The spots may not always be present. Be very careful when disposing and clearing the dead wood as it can transfer into good wood. The pruning saws etc need to be thoroughly cleaned after each cut to limit any spread to other shrubs.
  
  If you have a very aged shrub, it's possible it's spread through small cracks and damaged bark. It's a case of keeping an eye on the branches throughout the year and try to remove areas affected. You want to limit this from going to other areas of your shrub.
  
  
  

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• 24whites Posts: 3

  April 2019

  Okay,  thanks for your help.  Very much appreciated. 

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