Rhododendrons: Rhodo afflicted

Discussion in 'Ericaceae (rhododendrons, arbutus, etc.)' started by Daniel Mosquin, May 28, 2003.

  1. Daniel Mosquin

    Daniel Mosquin Paragon of Plants UBC Botanical Garden Forums Administrator Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    The following was received via email:

    One of my rhodos has quite a few buds which turned black after growing to approx. one inch in length. These buds are dry and dead inside while other buds beside them matured normally and bloomed. Under a magnifying glass the surface of the dead buds is a forest of tiny round-headed toadstools.

    Is this a common affliction for rhodos? We have several and have not experienced it in the past. This plant is about 15 years old, 7 to 8 ft high, appears otherwise healthy.
     
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    Daniel Mosquin Paragon of Plants UBC Botanical Garden Forums Administrator Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    I think this thread answers the question (see "bud blast" and the response about fungi blackening the dead buds).
     

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