What's Wrong with My Rhododendron?

There are several diseases that commonly occur on rhododendrons and azaleas in landscapes and nurseries every year in Connecticut. These include fungal leaf spots, leaf and flower gall, root rot, oedema, leaf flooding, winter injury, and chlorosis.

How do you revive a dying rhododendron?

How to Save a Dying Rhododendron from Most Fungal Infections in 4 Steps
  1. Remove any diseased foliage and dead or dying branches and twigs.
  2. Apply a fungicide treatment that contains chlorothalonil, or captan.
  3. If transplanted in the ground, consider if potting is possible.

Why are the leaves on my rhododendron turning brown?

The leaves of your Rhododendron plants can turn brown if they are kept under direct sunlight. This is because they can also suffer from drought symptoms, even if the plant is being watered regularly. ... But generally, Rhododendron plants are recommended to be kept away from direct sunlight as it can also burn the leaves.

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