What is this & how do I save it?

[erica]

Does anyone know what these bushes are? They are about 9 feet tall and are along my fence for privacy. The leaves started getting red spots on them about 2 weeks ago and have started falling off. Some of the bushes are quite bare. I'd like to save them, if this is a sign that they may be dying. Any help would be appreciated. I am new to Austin, TX and not familiar with any of the plants here yet. Thanks! Erica
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[Jess]

Hi erica

They look like Photinia and they are prone to this leaf spot problem. Check out this website for what to do and the reasons for it happening.

https://www.rhs.org.uk/advice/profiles0306/photinialeafspot.asp

[erica]

That looks right! Thanks, Jess, for the info and great link!

[Jess]

That looks right! Thanks, Jess, for the info and great link!

You are very welcome and I hope your hedge perks up!