Autumn Amethyst™ Azalea
Autumn Amethyst™ Rhododendron hybrid
- Heat and cold tolerant Azalea
- Vibrant purple flowers that repeat bloom
- Dense shiny green foliage
Description: Vibrant purple flowers that grow 50mm in diameter are on display in autumn and spring. It has a dense spreading habit with shiny green foliage, which colours purple in winter.
Size: 1m high x 1m wide.
Planting Density: 1-3 plants per m², 1-2 plants per linear metre.
Uses: Ideal for specimen planting, mass planting and in gardens and borders.
Position: Full sun to part shade. Tolerates frost and moderate drought (as the plant matures it becomes more drought tolerant). Prefers well drained soils.
Care: Water well for the first year for the plant to fully establish and become more drought tolerant. Top up water in dry periods. Plant in a well mulched garden (chunky mulch is recommended) with the root ball slightly above soil level. If required use slow release fertiliser in spring. For best results prune after spring flowering.
Where it works: North & South Island
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HEIGHTS:
Heights shown on the website are for general gardening conditions. In well maintained gardens, some plants will get taller.
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Purchase this plant through your local garden centre or plant supplier in New Zealand. If it is not currently in stock, most suppliers can arrange a special order. You can also buy Ozbreed plants online, making them easily accessible for home gardeners, landscape designers, architects, and contractors.
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