Product Description
Overview
Purple Azalea (Rhododendron spp.) is a breathtaking ornamental shrub admired for its vivid purple blooms and glossy green foliage. These flowers add a luxurious touch to any garden and thrive beautifully in shaded or woodland areas. Their long-lasting color and elegant appearance make them a gardener’s favorite for vibrant landscaping.
Key Features
- Produces rich purple flowers with lush green foliage.
- Ideal for borders, hedges, and container planting.
- Attracts bees, butterflies, and pollinators.
- Evergreen shrub providing year-round beauty.
- Easy to grow and suitable for cool or mild climates.
Specifications
- Common Name: Azalea
- Botanical Name: Rhododendron
- Plant Type: Perennial Shrub
- Flower Color: Purple
- Bloom Season: Spring to Early Summer
- Height: 2–6 feet (depending on variety)
- Sunlight Requirement: Partial Shade to Dappled Sun
- Soil Type: Acidic, moist, well-drained soil
- Water Requirement: Moderate
- USDA Zones: 5–9
- GMO Status: Non-GMO
- Special Features: Evergreen, pollinator-friendly, decorative shrub
Planting & Growing Guide
- Sow seeds in a moist, well-draining acidic soil mix.
- Lightly press seeds on the surface—do not cover deeply.
- Keep in a warm, shaded area with temperatures around 18–22°C.
- Maintain consistent moisture until germination (4–6 weeks).
- Transplant seedlings into partial shade and water regularly.
