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Dynamic Color Palette

Bring year-round colour and structure to your garden with the Azalea japonica 'Mother's Day', a reliable evergreen shrub from the Rhododendron family. This compact variety is celebrated for its dramatic seasonal leaf colour changes and abundant late spring blooms.

Vibrant Spring Flowers & Evergreen Foliage

• Burst of Red: In late spring, enjoy a profusion of semi-double, pillar box-red flowers that create a striking focal point.
• Seasonal Interest: Foliage shifts from lush green to deep bronze as temperatures drop, ensuring visual appeal even through winter.
• Evergreen Structure: Maintains dense greenery throughout the year—ideal for borders, patio pots, or as a standout specimen.

Growing Guide

• Position: Best planted in partial shade; avoid harsh midday sun to protect blooms and foliage.
• Soil: Prefers moist, well-drained, acidic (ericaceous) soil. Add ericaceous compost when planting for best results.
• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged—especially during dry spells and flowering time.
• Hardiness: Exceptionally hardy; tolerates frosts and thrives in most UK gardens (RHS H5/USDA zone 6–8).

Planting & Care Tips

• Planting: Plant between autumn and early spring for best establishment. Space plants about 60cm apart if planting in groups.
• Pruning: Minimal pruning required—remove faded flowers and trim lightly after flowering to maintain shape.
• Feeding: Use an ericaceous feed in spring to encourage healthy growth and prolific flowering.
• Pots & Borders: Ideal for containers using ericaceous compost or for brightening up shaded garden borders.

Design Ideas & Companions

• Create contrast with other acid-loving evergreens like Pieris or Camellia.
• Add underplanting with ferns or heuchera for layered texture in shaded beds.
• Makes an excellent gift for Mother's Day or any garden lover seeking low-maintenance colour.

FAQs

• When is the best time to plant Azalea japonica?
  The best time is autumn through early spring while the soil is workable and not frozen.
• How tall will it grow?
  This compact shrub typically reaches around 60–80cm (2–2.5ft) high and wide at maturity.
• Does it need special soil?
  This azalea prefers acidic (ericaceous) soil with good drainage. Add ericaceous compost when planting for optimal results.