Advice for Myrtle Rust Removal (Fungicides)
Field Guidelines for Arborists.
If you are planning large-scale planting and restoration programmes using myrtle plants, follow the advice in Biosecurity New Zealand's guide.
This guide was developed in collaboration with the Department of Conservation and local council representatives.
A list of susceptible myrtle plant species based on data collected in Australia.
The Science Learning Hub – Pokapū Akoranga Pūtaiao links New Zealand scientists with school students, teachers and community audiences. Content is developed by teachers, teacher educators and multimedia experts working closely with New Zealand’s scientists, technologists and engineers.
Their myrtle rust page has information specifically designed for schools.
This advice is for those who grow, supply, specify or buy plant stock, so that they can be informed of the risks associated with growing susceptible Myrtaceae, and recommend alternatives to increase disease resilience.
A practical resource for New Zealand gardeners to help identify myrtle rust and protect their myrtles, including pōhutukawa, rātā and ramarama.
Myrtle Rust - Garden Retail and Landscape Guidance
Best Practice – How to Remove Infected Small Tress or Branches
• Link to NZPPI resources page