Japanese azalea 'Tootsie'

Japanese azalea 'Tootsie' – Unusual Color and Compact Habit

Japanese azalea 'Tootsie' (Rhododendron obtusum 'Tootsie') is a decorative evergreen shrub with intense pink flowers and compact growth. Its striking appearance and ease of cultivation make it an ideal choice for small gardens, flower beds, heaths and pots on terraces and balconies.

Main features of azalea 'Tootsie'

Flowers

• Colour: Intense pink, funnel-shaped flowers with a diameter of 4–5 cm.
• Flowering: Abundant in May, creating a striking, colorful spot in the garden.

List

• Appearance: Small, elliptical, dark green and glossy leaves.
• Seasonality: Evergreen – in autumn and winter, they take on purple hues, providing a decorative effect all year round.

Cut

• Form: A compact, cushion-like clump 40–60 cm high and similar in width.

Cultivation requirements of azaleas 'Tootsie'

Location and soil

• Position: It prefers semi-shaded or shady places. In full sun, it requires regular watering to avoid scorching the leaves.
• Soil: Acidic, humus, well-permeable and constantly moist. Adding peat or compost will improve the structure of the soil.

Watering and fertilizing

• Watering: Regular watering is essential, especially during drought and flowering. The soil should be moist but well-drained.
• Fertilization: In spring and summer, use fertilizers for acidophilic plants to ensure lush flowering and healthy growth.

Azalea 'Tootsie' care

• Trimming: It does not require regular pruning. Remove faded flowers and dead shoots to improve the appearance and stimulate the plant to continue growing.
• Winter protection: It is frost-resistant, but young plants should be covered with agrotextile in cooler regions.

The use of Japanese azalea 'Tootsie'

Gardens and flower beds

• Discounts: Ideal for planting in beds as a decorative border or part of a colorful composition.
• Rock gardens and heathlands: It goes well with other heather plants, such as pierises or heathers.

Terraces and balconies

• Growing in containers: Thanks to its compact growth, it is an excellent potted plant for terraces and balconies, where it is a subtle decoration.

Japanese gardens

• Oriental style: It adds elegance and harmony to Japanese-style gardens.

Why choose Japanese azalea 'Tootsie'?

Japanese azalea 'Tootsie' is a unique plant with intense pink flowers that will enliven any garden space. Its compact habit and year-round decorativeness of its leaves make it an ideal option for gardeners looking for a plant that is showy yet easy to care for.

Product Specifications

• Flower pot: 1.5 liters
• Age: 2 years old
• Frost resistance: Yes