How much sun does each variety tolerate?

Does the azalea like sun?

Azaleas originated in China and Japan. Their natural location there is the forest. Under shady trees, the full sunshine doesn't get through to them, and yet they grow magnificently. Unlike the Japanese Azalea, that too in the gardenpenumbra preferred, the yellow azalea (Rhododendron luteum) also tolerates sunny places. There are also some breeds that like and tolerate full sun locations. In general, an azalea tolerates more sun than the related rhododendron.

How does the sun affect a garden azalea?

With the outdoor azalea, the following can be said specifically about the sun:

• the wetter the environment, the sunnier it can be
• the sunnier it is, the more lush she blooms
• the sunnier it is, the shorter is the heyday

Even if the sun is a driving force behind growth and flowering. varietal location preferences must always be taken into account. Because too much sun can lead to sunburn on the side facing the sun. Instead of beautiful flowers, there are then brown leaves to admire.

How much sun can an indoor azalea tolerate?

Indoor azaleas (Azalea simsii) like during the wintry heyday like to stand bright, but tolerate no direct sun. A west- or east-facing room is ideal for them. If the potted azalea is placed outside in summer, it should also be placed in partial shade. For example under one that is not too densely leafy treetop.

Tip

Mulch root area to protect soil from drying out

The blazing sun can quickly dry out the soil around an azalea. Since her root are just below the surface of the earth, they either have to be watered constantly or they dry up. Cover the root area with a thick layer of conifer bark mulch to keep it moist longer.