Worcester, MA? We had some really cold weather without a lot of snow early this winter (late Dec. and early Jan.) so it may be that the cold did damage.

Tell us more about the growing conditions, (moisture, light, soil, landscape fabric?, how long it has been there) and if you know it, the variety.

The photos make it look very close to the shrub behind it but photos can be misleading. How far apart are they, and can you add a photo from slightly farther away?

Probably cold damage, with the green part having been beneath the snow at a critical time.

Thank you for your answers. It’s in the west side of the house so it gets part sun during the day. I don’t think there’s any landscape fabric. It bears white flowers and there is a shrub behind. I did not plant but the previous owner did. Should I cut down the brown part or just leave it alone. Thanks so much!