Q.buds on azaleas have turned brown and won’t open
The buds on my azaleas have turned brown and won’t open.
Nikki
Certified GKH Gardening Expert
Certified GKH Gardening Expert
Answered on August 22, 2011
It could be either botrytis or thrips. These articles will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/controlling-thrips.htm
http://plantclinic.cornell.edu/factsheets/botrytisblight.pdf
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