The fungal plant disease myrtle rust is an established disease in Victoria and can't be eradicated. It must be treated early to prevent severe outbreaks.
Plant species that can be affected by myrtle rust and how to recognise the disease.
Myrtle rust spores can naturally spread to your property, but there are steps that you can take to help reduce the spread of the disease.
Treat myrtle rust in your home garden with fungicides, proper removal and disposal of plants and good hygiene practices.
Treat myrtle rust with fungicides, proper removal and disposal of plants and good hygiene practices.
Myrtle rust spores can spread easily. There are steps that you can take to help reduce the spread whether you're visiting or working in bushland.
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