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Azalea 'Violetta' paars
Common name: Japanese azalea
Azalea 'Violetta' paars is a compact evergreen azalea that produces a spectacular flush of colour in spring. Masses of showy blooms cover the plant, creating a vivid display above neat, glossy foliage. It is ideal for adding seasonal impact to borders, containers, and woodland-style plantings.
After five years, it typically reaches: Typically 60–90 cm tall with a spread of 60–90 cm after 5 years.
Recommended Compost: Requires ericaceous compost for planting to maintain acidic soil conditions.
Key Features:
- Flowers: Abundant spring flowers in vivid shades (variety dependent)
- Foliage: Evergreen leaves providing structure all year
- Growth Habit: Low, bushy shrub suited to small spaces
- Best Placement: Partial shade with protection from strong midday sun
- Care Requirements: Requires acidic soil; avoid drying out in summer
Azalea 'Violetta' paars is perfect for bringing intense spring colour to garden beds and containers.
Plant Details
| Hardiness | RHS H6 (−20°C to −15°C). |
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Growing & care
- Plant type
- shrub
- Position & light
- Partial shade· Sheltered
- Watering
- moderate
- Soil & drainage
- Acidic
- Mature size
- 90cm high· 90cm wide
- Flowering
- Purple
- Foliage
- evergreen
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