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Soltan, Lets see, you are down under so the seasons are a little backward. Is it all over the tree of just in spots? It could be to much sun, but it is more likely that the old leaves are starting to turn and fall off as new leaves bud. Azaleas grow 2 sets of leaves, one in the spring and one in the fall or late summer. As the new leaves grow, the last seasons leaves will turn color and eventually fall off. I didn't know this when I started and thought I was killing my azaleas. Luckly, I have a good azalea guy in our club and he has taught me a lot. Good luck to all.

25-Jul-2005	#5
jjeter bonsaiTALK Adept Join Date: Mar-2005 Location: North Charleston, SC Country: USA USDA Zone: 8 AHS Heat Zone: 8 Posts: 241	Soltan, Lets see, you are down under so the seasons are a little backward. Is it all over the tree of just in spots? It could be to much sun, but it is more likely that the old leaves are starting to turn and fall off as new leaves bud. Azaleas grow 2 sets of leaves, one in the spring and one in the fall or late summer. As the new leaves grow, the last seasons leaves will turn color and eventually fall off. I didn't know this when I started and thought I was killing my azaleas. Luckly, I have a good azalea guy in our club and he has taught me a lot. Good luck to all.