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Discover the Azalea Japonica ‘Blue Danube’, a magnificent evergreen shrub renowned for its compact form and captivating blooms. This variety offers year-round appeal with its rich, dark green foliage, providing a constant splash of colour in your garden. In late spring and early summer, it erupts in a profusion of vibrant pink flowers with enchanting blue undertones, creating a truly spectacular display. Esteemed with the RHS Award of Garden Merit, this Azalea is a testament to its hardiness and garden-worthiness, making it an excellent addition to any outdoor space. How to Grow: – Light: Azalea Japonica ‘Blue Danube’ thrives in semi-shade or dappled sunlight. It can tolerate sunnier spots provided the soil is kept consistently moist. – Temperature: This is a hardy shrub, well-suited for most UK climates. Protection from strong winter winds is recommended. – Watering: Maintain a consistently moist soil environment. Using rainwater is beneficial to preserve the soil’s acidic nature. – Feeding: Apply a slow-release ericaceous fertilizer in the spring to encourage robust growth and flowering. – Humidity: This plant appreciates a humid environment. Mulching in autumn helps protect its shallow root system. This Azalea is perfect for borders, rockeries, or patio containers, offering effortless beauty and structure. Please note, images are for illustrative purposes only, showing mature plants. Actual supplied plants may vary due to seasonality, and decorative pots are not included.
- Plant position – Partial shade
- Clay, loam or sand – Moist & well drained
- Planting period – Spring or Autumn
- H5 – Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters (-15 to -10°C)
Features and benefits
- Spectacular Pink-Blue Spring Blooms
- Compact Evergreen Shrub for Year-Round Interest
- RHS Award of Garden Merit Recipient
- Ideal for Borders, Rockeries, and Patio Containers
- Low Maintenance and Easy to Grow
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