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Japanese azalea 'Estrella'
Japanese azalea 'Estrella' – an intense red garden decoration
Japanese azalea 'Estrella' (Rhododendron obtusum 'Estrella') is a compact shrub with intense red flowers that create a spectacular effect in spring. It is perfect for gardens, beds, heaths and for growing in containers on terraces and balconies. Its dense habit and evergreen leaves make it attractive all year round.
Main characteristics of azalea 'Estrella'
Height and size
- Height: It grows up to 40–60 cm, forming a low, compact shrub.
- Width: It grows about 40-60 cm.
- Cut: Dense, cushiony, ideal for smaller spaces and compositions.
Flowers
- Colour: Intense red, funnel-shaped flowers with a diameter of 4–5 cm.
- Flowering: Abundant in May, when the plant is covered with dense inflorescences, creating a distinctive color accent.
List
- Appearance: Small, elliptical, dark green and shiny.
- Seasonality: Evergreen – they maintain their color all year round, and in autumn and winter they take on purple shades.
Cultivation requirements of azalea 'Estrella'
Location and soil
- Position: Semi-shaded to shaded. In sunny places, flowering is more abundant, but the leaves need protection from the strong sun.
- Soil: Sour, fertile, moist and well-drained. Enriching the soil with compost or peat improves its structure and quality.
Hardiness and watering
- Immunity: Frost hardy, tolerates low temperatures well, but young plants may need to be covered for the winter.
- Watering: Regular irrigation, especially during periods of drought, ensures optimal growing conditions.
Azalea 'Estrella' care
- Planting: It is best planted in spring or autumn, providing adequate space for development.
- Fertilization: In spring and summer, use acidophilic plant fertilizers to support healthy growth and flowering.
- Trimming: Removing faded inflorescences improves the appearance of the plant and stimulates it to continue flowering.
- Reproduction: It can be propagated by semi-lignified cuttings taken in summer or nucs.
Application of Japanese azalea 'Estrella'
Gardens and flower beds
- Discounts: Ideal in compositions with other acidophilic plants, such as rhododendrons, kalmies or pieris.
- Heaths and rock gardens: It perfectly complements compositions with heather and other heather plants.
Terraces and balconies
- Growing in containers: It is suitable for pots, where it is an effective decoration on terraces and balconies.
Ground cover
- Cut: Thanks to its compact form and intense red flowers, it can be used as a ground cover.
Why choose Japanese azalea 'Estrella'?
Japanese azalea 'Estrella' is the perfect choice for anyone who wants to bring intense colors and elegance to their garden. Its compact habit, intense red flowers and ease of cultivation make it an excellent plant for gardens, beds and pots.
Product Specifications
- Flower pot: 2 liters
- Age: 2 years old
- Frost resistance: Yes
Our Holding is registered in the register of entrepreneurs under the registration number PL 16/09/3299. You can be sure that you are purchasing a healthy seedling, grown and cared for under the supervision of the State Inspectorate for Plant Protection and Seed
Manufacturer details
SprzedajemyRosliny
Powstańców Śląskich 61
46-024 Kolanowice
Poland
786448679
biuro@sprzedajemyrosliny.pl
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