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Azalea & Rhododendron
john98065

Moss/lichens on my Rhodies

John98065
11 years ago

My older mature Rhododendrons have thick moss/lichens on the larger/older mature trucks/branches. I've pruned them and want to encourage new branch growth in these areas but am comcerned that the initial budding process may be hampered by this covering. Should I remove it by hand, or take a soft brush to gently remove it?

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