1 X Azalea 'Geisha Purple' Japanese Evergreen Shrub Hardy Plant in Pot

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The third group of‘evergreen’ hybrids comprises of the Kaempferi Azaleas which are usually semi-evergreen. The flowers on ‘Gibraltar’ begin the season as a red-flowering azalea, opening to deep orange. The flowers themselves are frilly and will open to be 3 inches in diameter. Clumped together in groups of 3-12, these large flowers make show-stopping trusses. The leaves remain green all season long and drop when the temperatures begin to lower. Large yellow flowers on the azalea Calendulaceum really brighten up gardens in springtime. Vibrant yellow azalea blooms can be up to 2.5” (6 cm) across. Some cultivars of this species can also have orange, bright red, or sunshine yellow blooms. These cold-hardy deciduous azaleas are easy to grow from seed. Rhododendron Cumberlandense For a stunning floral display in your garden, the ‘Weston’s Innocence’ azalea produces clusters of lily-like flowers. Its long white funnel flowers look stunning with long pink stamens that protrude from them. This deciduous azalea has a large number of blooms in late spring and early summer. The azalea bush grows to between 6 and 8 ft. (1.8 – 2.4 m) tall and is cold hardy to -25°F (32°C). Rhododendron ‘Narcissiflorum’ (Azalea ‘Narcissiflorum’)

Perfecto mundo double purple is a really pretty azalea. The flowers are a rich purple that is saturated throughout the petals. The edges of the petals are wavy, giving a very full appearance to the already double flowers. Prune Occasionally - Prune the plant occasionally to maintain its shape and remove any dead or damaged branches. Avoid heavy pruning, as it can delay or reduce blooming. Japanese, Chinese, and Korean horticulturalists and their respective floral trades have their own classification and groupings for Azalea cultivars. ReferencesAnother evergreen azalea in the Encore Series is the ‘Autumn Sunburst.’ This beautiful shrub produces showy, semi-double flowers in the spring. The large blooms are in coral-pink with white ruffled edges. As with all Encore Series Azaleas, they bloom sporadically from spring until the first frost. Rhododendron ‘Autumn Fire’ Petals are in an unusual imbricate form and are snow-white, appearing wispy or filmy, with the golden yellow of the anthers providing a strong contrast. This azalea makes an excellent informal hedge around a patio, walkway, or driveway. This flowering shrub will look beautiful all year round, so be sure to plant it where it will not be missed. ‘Double Shot Grape’ This variety is a profusely flowering Azalea with charming purple flowers.

Before you plant Girard's Purple Azalea, it is essential to prepare the soil in the right way. Here are some steps you can follow to prepare the soil for optimal growth: Avoid close to trees, roots, invasive weeds, walls, hot patios, dry banks and waterlogged soils. Do not use weed matting or stone mulch. Finally, we have the ‘Exbury Strain’ of the ‘Knap Hills’ or the ‘Exbury Azalea’ Group that was cultivated in the 1920s, mostly deriving from the Knap Hills. 7 Exbury Azaleas – From History To Your Garden. (n.d.). Virginia Tech. Retrieved March 10, 2023, from https://scholar.lib.vt.edu/ejournals/JARS/v40n1/v40n1-cash1.htm Growing up to 7 feet tall, electric lights double pink makes quite the statement in your gardens. The deciduous leaves will turn to burgundy in the fall before dropping for the season. Plant this variety in full to partial sun. Try using this variety as a specimen plant in your foundation or perennial gardens. ‘Fireball’ This variety is tall and produces rich orange-red flowers.Windbeam’ is a popular variety of azalea with almost magical flowers. The flowers will open white and, as they age, will take on hits of peach, pink and purple, giving the flowers a luminescent appearance. Use the height shown in 10 years as a guide to the distance between each plant. Allow room for plant to fill out. If planting closer for instant impact, be prepared to move plants after a few years. In addition to fertilization and pruning, Double Purple Azaleas require adequate watering and proper drainage. These plants need frequent watering, but should never be allowed to stand in water as this can cause root rot. Ensuring proper drainage by planting in well-draining soil or raised beds can prevent this. The key to watering your Double Purple Azaleas is to water deeply and infrequently. So how often is infrequently? As a general rule of thumb, you should aim to water your Azaleas once every seven to ten days. However, the frequency of watering will depend on several factors, such as the climate, soil type, and humidity levels in your area. Azaleas are prized in Japan and have been so since hundreds of years ago when gardeners cultivated them for Imperial gardens.