Petal blight typically is not fatal to plants, but it commonly ruins the look of affected flowers. Neem oil can also help treat fungal issues. Some very tall, over three feet. Honeysuckle vines are tough, nice flowers, trellis it … False spiraea is pretty. The spots appear on the bottom of the leaves first and slowly move up the plant. In one photo you can see the spots that I encountered on the 4th day. Petunias are a lovely flower that is actually related to the potato. Deformed or Dwarfed Flowers Means Tarnished Plant Bug The tarnished plant bug is an active, green or brown insect. Avoiding wet foliage and ensuring adequate spacing can help. Leaf spots and rotting can signal fungal problems. Usually, these thrips simply feed on the pollen and also help pollinate the plant. There are several impatiens diseases, including fungal blights and rots, viruses, and bacterial wilt. The spots look almost bleached. The spots seem to be only on the top of the leaf. Alternaria’s symptoms first show as tan or brown spots with purple borders that vary with the specific fungus. Pink, tan, or gray spots on flowers are sure signs of petal blight. Flower buds may stunt and grow deformed if too many thrips are present. These spots quickly enlarge to cover most of the flower. It sucks the life from young impatiens shoots and buds, causing deformed or dwarfed flowers. Impatiens Flowers Disease. Very tiny black specks also appear that are the part of the fungus. I don't think it's fungus based on pictures I've seen. Damaged wet spots or discolored blotches appear on petals, similar to when you crease or fold them. There is also discoloration on the upper part of the stem near the flower. Needs well-drained soil. Makes a nice back ground. Plant petunias in beds or containers for best results. Flower blight appears in early spring when moisture is present and is caused by the fungus Ciborinia camelliae. Petal Blight . Shade tolerant, tough. However, sometimes, they also attack flower petals. Try a shrub at the back; it would fill spot nicely, and some will bloom in part shade. Tall. In about a week, flowers starting producing but soon after (about another week) most flowers dropped and the white spots appeared. Gooseneck loosestrife; blooms in fall. Grows in zones 9-11. But if powdery mildew spreads to cover entire leaves or petals, then the plant may get mushy or start to wilt. Thrips on flowers. They come in many colors and bloom profusely from early summer. The entire flower … Foliage was looking good but flowers were sparse. You can find them in pure white, or in white paired with bright colors. Because this fungus thrives in humidity and cool conditions, the best remedy is to keep the plant cleaned up and to … Could it be from the stress of being on its death bed (pun intended, even though it's in a pot) and then being resurrected?! 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