Azalea Leaf Gall
Occurs in cool, moist springs
About Azalea Leaf Gall
Affected azaleas develop thick, fleshy, and distorted leaves due to the fungal pathogen Exobasidium vaccinii, especially during cool, moist springs common in Middle Tennessee areas like Franklin and Brentwood. These galls start pale green, turning white or pink, eventually hardening and browning as they mature. Homeowners should remove and destroy affected leaves to reduce spread and maintain plant health.
Azalea Leaf Gall (Occurs in cool, moist springs) is a lawn or landscape disease commonly found in Middle Tennessee, including Columbia, Thompson's Station, Spring Hill, and the surrounding areas. This entry is part of our Disease Identification Library.
As lawn care and treatment specialists, we diagnose and treat Azalea Leaf Gall regularly when servicing properties across the region. Early identification is the key to effective fungicide treatment and minimizing damage to your turf and landscape plants.
Quick Facts
- Common Name
- Azalea Leaf Gall
- Scientific Name
- Occurs in cool, moist springs
- Type
- Lawn & Landscape Disease
- Region
- Middle Tennessee
