Bud Blast

Close-up of a brown flower bud covered in small black aphids, surrounded by green leaves—a clear reminder of the importance of garden protection and plant care to prevent bud blast.

Bud Blast in Rhododendrons: Causes, Symptoms, and Control Bud blast is a common fungal disease in rhododendrons that primarily targets the flower buds, preventing them from blooming. The disease is caused by the fungus Seifertia azaleae, which results in the death of developing buds. Affected buds may turn brown, black, or silvery grey, depending on…

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