Setup, Compatibility & Care
To ensure your Azaleas thrive, follow these simple care steps:
- Planting: Dig a hole twice the size of the 9 cm pot and backfill with ericaceous compost.
- Soil: Test your soil pH; if it is alkaline, it is highly recommended to keep these plants in containers with dedicated acid-loving compost.
- Watering: Use rainwater when possible, as tap water in hard-water areas can eventually raise the pH level of the soil, harming the plant.
- Feeding: Apply a specialized azalea or rhododendron fertilizer in early spring to encourage vigorous growth.
- Pruning: Lightly prune immediately after flowering if you need to shape the bush, but avoid heavy cutting to maintain the natural habit.