Virginia Creeper Has Black Spot And Is Not Looking Lively

Question From: k. RILEY - Blacko, England, United Kingdom
Q: south facing wall virginia creeper this year has black spot never before 14 years old this year hasn'tt turned a lively colour just looks poorly

A: Fergus Garrett from Great Dixter was in Detroit this weekend and he said you suffered drought. There are two things plants can't live without. Water and sun. Get out that watering can. Best And Happy Yardening, Nancy