Dark-colored nymphs hatch in about two weeks (1st gen. azalea lace bug nymphs active, 240 - 561 [318 peak] GDD50), and they have five instars before becoming adults. Twenty-two to 45 days are needed ...

Though azaleas can be grown from seed, it's considered a more challenging and time-consuming route compared to starting from ...

Like all plants, azaleas are not averse to being attacked by pests. They are particularly vulnerable to lace bugs that enjoy attaching to the undersides of their leaves and feasting on the plant ...