A. Sooty mold is a fungus that develops on honeydew, a sticky substance excreted by aphids, scale, mealybugs, whiteflies and other insects. If you get rid of the insects, you'll eliminate the source.

It's not official but azaleas are definitely in the running as the favorite flower of the South. From sunlight-dappled beds under backyard pines to golf courses to botanical gardens, azaleas offer a ...