AZALEA MADAME VAN HECKE 2L

Description
The Indian azalea (Rhododendron simsii) is a pink, red or white flowering plant with lanceolate, dark green, whole-edged leaves. Its funnel-shaped flowers appear from August to April. This upright and compact plant thrives best in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Bulletpoints
* suitable for outdoor use

Leaves
The evergreen leaves of the Indian azalea are dark green, lanceolate, with entire margins.

Growth
Upright, compact.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Pruning
No pruning is necessary for this plant.

Location
Optimum ambient temperature: 16 to 18°C Ambient temperature during the dormant period: 5 to 10°C Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Prefers a well-drained, lime-free, nutrient-rich substrate Commercially available container plant soil.

Planting partner
The Indian azalea sets beautiful accents together with: Glossy medlar, Japanese fruit cimmie.

Tasks
Wintering out: May.

Care
- High water permeability of the substrate is extremely important: waterlogging and standing water in the pot inevitably lead to rotting. - As soon as temperatures no longer fall below 5°C, even at night, this plant can be taken outside. A shower with lukewarm water will remove dust and revitalise your favourite. A semi-shady spot out of direct sunlight is best to prevent leaf damage. If necessary, the plant can also be repotted outdoors in spring, which saves cleaning work indoors.

Flower
The pink, red, white, funnel-shaped flowers appear from August to April.

Use
Tub, conservatory, room, balcony/terrace

Root
Rhododendron simsii is a shallow-rooting plant.