Question
My mom and I have noticed some dark and scriverd areas on some of our hydrangas.  Not sure of the spelling but I am sure you know what plant I am talking about.  This seems to appear on the young and tender growth.  any suggestions??  Thanks for any help you might be able to give.

Answer
Hi Dinah,
Thanx for your question.  Try the URL below from Alabama Cooperative Extension Service.  There are pictures that might help you identify the disease.  If not, contact me again and I'll see what else I can do.  I hope this helps.
Tom

http://www.aces.edu/pubs/docs/A/ANR-1212/ANR-1212.pdf