Species Azaleas
Species Azaleas are a genus Rhododendron, particularly the former sections Tsutsusi (Evergreen, covered with leave threw out the year) and Pentanthera (deciduous, drop their leaves in autumn, only to shoot into growth in the spring). They bloom in the spring (April and May in the temperate Northern Hemisphere, and October and November in the Southern Hemisphere). The flowers often lasting several weeks. Shade tolerant.
Azalea Amoenum
Small dense shrub. Brilliant magenta hose in hose flowers are profusely borne in spring. Best in an open situation, drought tolerant. Intro from Shanghai, China, by R. Fortune in 1845. Originally from Japan. Selected form of R. kiusianum var kiusianum.Flower Colour: MagentaFlowering Time: May Scented: No Ultimate Height : 0.00 metres / 0 feet 0 ..
Azalea indicum Macrantha Pink (Sweet Indica Azalea)
Late flowering pink clone, low and compactFlower Colour: PinkFlowering Time: May Scented: No Ultimate Height : 1.00 metres / 3 feet 3 inchesParentage : Hardiness : -18°C (0°F) Hardy in all but the coldest parts of UK.Group : Azaleas - Evergreen Species..
Azalea nakaharai Pink (poss. Pink Pancake)
Almost prostrate species, small dark green leaves covered in short fawn coloured hairs. Pink flowers over a long period. Prostrate grower, ideal for rockery, banks and walls.Flower Colour: PinkFlowering Time: June Scented: No Ultimate Height : 0.30 metres / 0 feet 11 inchesParentage : Hardiness : -15°C (5°F) Hardy in a sheltered site in most UK,..
