Azalea indica 'Shirazz'
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Family Name:
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Ericaceae |
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Common Name:
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Azalea Shirazz |
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Height:
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1m x 1m |
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Growth Rate:
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Moderate |
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Description:
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A rounded exotic evergreen shrub with vibrant red-wine coloured foliage. Wine red blooms in summer. |
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Position:
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Full sun to part shade. Azaleas prefer a lightly acid soil with a PH of around 5.5. Check the PH and adjust if needed. Ensure that the azalea is planted at the same level as it is in the pot, these are a shallow rooted plant and can react badly if planted to deeply. You may need to tease out the roots a little before planting. |
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Care:
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Fertilize with Azalea food in spring and autumn, prune after flowering. Water regularly during the warmer months and will enjoy a pine bark mulch. |
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Features:
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• Great for tubs • Hardy once established • Can be trimmed to a standard or hedge |
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Sizes Grown:
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18cm, 30cm |
