Azalea
| Common Name | Azaleas |
| Scientific Name | Rhododendron sp. |
| Plant Characteristics | A beautiful perenial that offers much versatility. It is available in a wide array of colors - various shades of red, pinks, whites, and bicolors. Similarly it has a wide array of uses as both a house plant and an outside plant(temperatures above 28oF). It looks beautiful alone or mixed with other plants. It is great for window decor, room accents, outdoor planters, gardens or just a pick me up gift. |
| Growing Tips | Light - Varies upon the season. Shade - Part Shade during the summer to avoid burn, and it can tolerate direct sun during the fall, winter, and spring.
Water - Do not let the plant wilt or the soil get dry. Depending on the environment, the plant may need water every 2-7 days. Flowering - Normal flowering will occur about 5-8 weeks after it has been exposed to a cooling period. Planted permanently in the garden, the plant will flower in the spring after a cooling period. When using the Azalea as both a garden plant for the summer and a house plant for the winter, it should be transplanted to the indoors after it has been exposed to cool fall temperatures to allow flowering to occur. Temperature - Prefers about room temp and can stand temps as low as 28oF. |
| Availability | Normal shipping season is Valentine's Day through Mother's Day. Other ship dates may be negotiable upon inquiry. |