Little John Azalea
Azalea x 'Little John' (Southern Indica)
SKU
0605
Eye-catching reddish-purple foliage covers this symmetrically branched rounded shrub. Single burgundy-red blooms are rarely seen. Moderate grower to 6 feet tall and wide.
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Filtered sun, Full sun, Partial sun
Water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil - weekly, or more often.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | uh-ZAY-lee-uh |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Moderate growing; reaches 6 ft. tall and wide. |
| Bloom Time | Prized for foliage; occasionally produces sporadic blooms in spring. |
| Design Ideas | For a sunny garden that needs symmetry, consider adding a pair of this Azalea to accent the evergreen palette. Not only does its rounded form have deep burgundy-red flowers, its foliage is mahogany which provides rare, year-round color. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Burgundy |
| Garden Style | Asian/Zen, Cottage |
| Growth Habit | Round |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge, Mass Planting, Privacy Screen, Woodland Garden |
| Light Needs | Filtered sun, Full sun, Partial sun |
| Soil Needs | Azalea & Camellia Food |
| Special Feature | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Gift Plant, Year-round Interest |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil - weekly, or more often. |
| Key Feature | Dramatic Foliage Color |
Thrives in humus-rich, acidic, moist, well-drained soils. Shelter from harsh sun exposures in hot summer areas. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, maintain evenly moist soil. Keep roots cool with a layer of mulch. Feed with an acid fertilizer after bloom.
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