AT A GLANCE
Which type of azalea is suitable for the garden?
Since there is usually frost in Germany in winter, only hardy azalea species thrive permanently in the garden. Among the outdoor azaleas mainly include the deciduous rhododendron species and Japanese azaleas, which is often wintergreen or semi-evergreen with us. Indian azaleas (room azaleas) can only be planted in the garden between mid-May and mid-October to protect them a second bloom to elicit. In the fall they have to go back into the pot and hibernate in the house.
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Which location does the azalea need in the garden?
Azaleas have their origins in the forest, where they are shady under trees. They don't like the blazing sun in the garden either, they can get away with it
brown leaves receive. However, some breeds tolerate more sun. A calcareous soil is also absolutely unsuitable, which in turn will the leaves of the azalea turn yellow. The ideal location must be like this:- partially shaded to shaded
- for some varieties also sunny
- with a pH between 4 and 5
- with permeable soil
When and how do I plant a garden azalea?
This is the best time to plant the azalea spring. Before that, if necessary, the pH of the soil can be lowered with coniferous compost. Note the following points so that the planting succeed:
- Planting hole must be four times the size of the root ball
- a 10 cm high drainage layer create from gravel
- azalea not too deep plant
- Spread a three centimeter thick layer of mulch
- best from bark of coniferous trees
How do I care for the azalea in the garden?
The care must himself closely to the needs of the azalea align, because their vitality suffers even with small deviations.
- Fertilize with nitrogen-rich horn shavings in mid-May
- Always keep the root area moist (without waterlogging)
- Clean out faded flowers as soon as possible
- Mulch the soil in the fall
Is the garden azalea susceptible to diseases and pests?
The garden azalea can be found at the earlobe disease suffer from mildew be covered or the wilt fall victim, to name a few diseases. vine weevil and spider mites are the most common pests on the azalea. Always keep an eye on foliage and flowers. If the azalea suffers from something, leaf spots, feeding marks or unsightly discolouration will show up.
Tip
Do not plant azaleas too close together and thin out airy in autumn
Azaleas must be in an airy position, and a crown that is too dense should be thinned out in autumn. Otherwise, the branches will remain wet and the soil moist long after a downpour. weave can colonize the branches and fungal pathogens spread more easily.