Nuccio's Carnival Azalea
Azalea x 'Nuccio's Carnival' (Southern Indica)
SKU
00615
A profusion of large, single to semi-double rose-red blooms add bright color to the landscape. Flowers are backed by handsome, rich green evergreen foliage. Excellent colorful accent.
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Full sun, Partial sun
Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | uh-ZAY-lee-uh |
|---|---|
| Lore | Large Southern Indica azaleas distinguish most of the great old gardens of the South including historic plantation homes. |
| Average Size at Maturity | Vigorous grower to 3 ft. tall and wide. |
| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Design Ideas | Suitable beside a short flight of steps or even under a low window, this three- foot-tall, rose-red Azalea will provide sustained color in a smaller-scale landscape. The bright red color looks particularly handsome against wood and stone facades. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Attribute | Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Asian/Zen |
| Growth Habit | Round |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Woodland Garden |
| Light Needs | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Soil Needs | Azalea & Camellia Food |
| Special Feature | Gift Plant, Tolerates Acidic Soil |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat. |
| Companion Plants | Keep the scale small by mixing with a selection of dwarf, acid-loving shrubs, such as the white-flowering Prelude Pieris (Pieris taiwanensis 'Prelude') and Compact Oregon Grape Holly (Mahonia aquifolium 'Compacta'), with its deep-green foliage that turns to purplish-red in winter. |
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Provide well drained soil, rich in organic matter. Feed with an acid fertilizer after bloom. Keep roots cool with a thick layer of mulch.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 8-9
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