Azaleas in Trouble: A Hidden Threat and a Potential Savior
In the lush gardens of Nanjing, a silent battle is unfolding. Azaleas, those vibrant and beloved plants, are under attack. Over the past few years, about 15% of Rhododendron simsii plants in nurseries have shown signs of wilting and yellowing. The culprit? A sneaky pathogen causing crown and root rot. Scientists have identified the troublemaker as Phytopythium vexan...