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Azalea "Amoena" - 2.5Ltr

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Botanical name

Rhododendron 'Amoena'

Other names

Azalea 'Amoena'

Genus

Rhododendron

Variety or Cultivar

'Amoena' _ 'Amoena' is an upright, bushy, deciduous shrub with mid-green leaves and funnel-shaped magenta flowers in mid-spring.

Foliage

Deciduous

Tree shape

Upright

COLOUR

Flower

Reddish pink in Spring

Foliage

Mid-green in Spring; Mid-green in Summer; Red in Autumn


HOW TO CARE

Watch out for

Specific pests

Aphids , Caterpillars , Lacebugs , Leafhoppers , Vine weevil

Diseases

More resistant to powdery mildew than other azalea cultivars.

Specific diseases

Honey fungus , Rhododendron bud blast , Rhododendron petal blight , Root rot , Rust , Silver leaf

General care

Propagation methods

Layering, Semi-hardwood cuttings

WHERE TO GROW

Rhododendron 'Amoena' (Azalea 'Amoena' ) will reach a height of 1.2m and a spread of 1.2m after 5-10 years.

Suggested uses

Banks and Slopes, Cottage/Informal, Beds and borders, Wallside and trellises

Cultivation

Plant in moist, humus-rich, free-draining, acid soil in sun or dappled shade. Prefers shade from early morning sun. Plant shallowly. Protect from frost to prevent damage to flowers.

Soil type

Clay, Loamy, Sandy

Soil drainage

Moist but well-drained, Well-drained

Soil pH

Acid

Light

Partial Shade, Full Sun

Aspect

North, South, East, West

Exposure

Sheltered