leaf spot
noun
: any of various plant diseases characterized by discolored often circular spots on the leaves
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During the hot rainy season some varieties are more susceptible to fungal leaf spots and mildew.
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Tom MacCubbin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 June 2026
Spanenberg notes that common diseases include dollar spot, red thread, and leaf spot, among others.
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The Spruce,
25 June 2026
When a bacterial pathogen is the cause, the middle of the leaf spot will sometimes fall out, creating holes in the leaves.
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Emily Hayes,
Martha Stewart,
16 June 2026
Potential diseases include anthracnose, which begins as round, brown leaf spots with a red or purple ring.
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Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
9 June 2026
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Tom MacCubbin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 June 2026
Spanenberg notes that common diseases include dollar spot, red thread, and leaf spot, among others.
—
The Spruce,
25 June 2026
When a bacterial pathogen is the cause, the middle of the leaf spot will sometimes fall out, creating holes in the leaves.
—
Emily Hayes,
Martha Stewart,
16 June 2026
Potential diseases include anthracnose, which begins as round, brown leaf spots with a red or purple ring.
—
Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
9 June 2026
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“Leaf spot.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/leaf%20spot. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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