Azalea

{Rhododendron spp.}

Boron deficiency in azalea

Brown flecks, which become translucent, are the first signs of boron deficiency and are seen on the young expanding leaves. Leaves developing later are distorted and show necrotic patches round the margins. Apical growing points die back. 

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