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Cold Damage on Formosa Azaleas: Pale, Faded Blooms

Large-leaved Formosa azaleas are prone to spring frost damage. A light freeze just before bloom causes pale flowers with faded lower petals and aborted buds.

If plants are otherwise healthy, no action needed—wait for better weather next year.

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