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Rhododendron fungus???

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  • vikkiwlkrvikkiwlkr Posts: 11
    Can anyone tell me what this is on my rhodendrons? I have a large rhodendron next 2 2smaller ones that are infected & really dont want the large one getting whatever it is! 
  • vikkiwlkrvikkiwlkr Posts: 11
    It looks like powdery dust but does not come off on ur fingers. The underside of the leaves r v tough & rubbery almost
  • LiriodendronLiriodendron Posts: 8,328
    I think your 2 smaller rhododendrons with the "fur" on are Rhododendron yakushimanum hybrids.  They always have that furry layer on their new leaves - especially underneath.  It's perfectly normal and won't spread to your large rhodie.   :)
    If you Google photos of Rhododendron yakushimanum you'll see they look exactly like yours.
    Since 2019 I've lived in east Clare, in the west of Ireland.
  • vikkiwlkrvikkiwlkr Posts: 11
    Wow thats amazing! I had no idea! Thank u so much for this! I have been thinking there was something wrong with them! Amazing thank u! 
  • LiriodendronLiriodendron Posts: 8,328
    You're welcome!  It does look a bit odd, but I think the "fur" may provide frost protection for the young leaves... they originate from a small Japanese island.  Aren't plants interesting!   :D
    Since 2019 I've lived in east Clare, in the west of Ireland.
  • vikkiwlkrvikkiwlkr Posts: 11
    They really are! There was me thinking something was very wrong with them! But i was surprised as my large one hadnt been “affected” at all! So makes complete sense now i know! Thxs again! 
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