Azalea simsii mix P14

Indian azalea (Rhododendron simsii) is a tender, evergreen azalea usually grown as an indoor pot plant, valued for its profuse winter to spring display of blooms in a wide range of colours. Give bright, indirect light (light shade), in acidic ericaceous compost that is kept evenly moist but well-drained; avoid hot midday sun and waterlogging. Compact and bushy, it makes an attractive container plant, typically maturing to around 6080cm over time. Not frost hardygrow indoors or in frost-free, sheltered conditions and remove spent flowers to keep plants tidy.

Position: Bright, indirect light; light shade to shade Rate of Growth: Slow Soil: Acid (ericaceous) compost; moist but well-drained Hardiness: Tender not frost hardy; protect from frost Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Plant at a Glance

light:light-shade
light:shade
facing:east
facing:north
soiltype:acid
soiltype:prefers-acid-soil
soilmoisture:normal
foliage:evergreen
leafcolour:green
flowering:january
flowering:february
flowering:march
flowering:april
size:60-90cm
gardenstyle:asian