Azalea Plant

Propagating Azalea Plants: A Simple, Step-by-Step Guide

Azaleas are prized for their colorful blooms and versatile landscaping uses. But buying new plants each year can get expensive. Propagating your own azaleas through cuttings or layering is an easy cost-effective way to expand your garden collection. In this simple step-by-step guide we will walk through the ins and outs of propagating azalea plants. … Read more

Discovering the Origin of the Azalea Plant: A Historical Perspective

North American deciduous azaleas have long been adored by horticulturists. These plants, which belong to the genus Rhododendron sect. [section] Pentanthera, comprise 15 species distributed from Texas to Florida, extending northwards to southern Maine, and with one species occurring in mountainous areas of Oregon and California. These species display a wide range of flower color, … Read more

Understanding Azalea Plant Growth Stages: A Comprehensive Guide

Azaleas are loosely branched, shade-loving evergreen or deciduous shrubs with elliptical leaves. They bring delightful white, purple, yellow, and red flowers—and all hues in between—to the spring garden when the clusters of funnel-shaped blooms appear. Azaleas need at least four hours of sunlight daily and afternoon shade in places with scorching summers. Keep their soil … Read more