Azalea Girard Crimson

Coffee grounds provide a natural means of maintaining the low pH levels Girard Crimson Azalea shrubs prefer, particularly if alkalinity is a concern. However, soil pH tends to change because cultural conditions change daily. For the most accurate results, home gardeners should retest their balanced soil with an at-home soil pH kit. If soil is already at the lowest end of the acidity range, coffee grounds are unnecessary. However, if pH has risen, the grounds help decrease that number. Coffee may also help suppress fungal plant diseases. Because Azaleas thrive in soil mulched with organic content, such as compost, employing coffee-laden mulch is a worthwhile venture.

When your azalea blossoms turn brown, the first thing to look at is cultural care. Azaleas are generally healthy plants if you follow proper planting tips. Too much or too little water, the wrong soil, etc. may be browning flowers. Azaleas usually like to dabble in the sun, love acidic, well-draining soil, and a deep soaking every week during the growing season. Your azalea could also be suffering from Petal Bright. Petal Bright is a disease that comes when the weather is cool and wet. You will notice water-soaked spots on the petals turning them brown. Your plant could also be suffering from Lace bugs they leave the leaves speckled grey or white. Leafhoppers are known for causing fungus that turns foliage brown on plants. To get rid of pests, try spraying your plant with water first before going to a pesticide full of chemicals.

The best time to trim Azalea Girard Crimson Shrubs is after the blossoms have faded and before the new blossom buds have started. Removing the dead and dying limbs will minimize the possibility of diseases such as “dieback” and allow the plant to re-concentrate its energies and produce much more foliage. Another reason for pruning azaleas such as Azalea Girard Crimson Shrubs is to redefine the plant’s definition within the landscape. A plant may outgrow its intended size in the landscape and should be pruned to redefine its purpose. Pruning should always be associated with re-invigorating a plant by allowing it to focus its energies on producing more vigorous branches, foliage, and flowers. It is crucial to use sharp tools when pruning azaleas or any plant for that matter. Knives, hand cutters, saws, and shears should be sharpened if necessary before pruning any roses. A sharp cut will heal quicker than a jagged cut, minimizing the likelihood of disease infesting during pruning. Do not use power equipment such as gas hedgers to prune azaleas or any plant, in our opinion.