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AZALEA - DECIDUOUS 'Berryrose'
Pink with golden yellow blotch
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to knowKnaphill - Exbury hybrid. Shallow planting is essential. Mulch annually with leafmould in early spring
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Pests & DiseasesSee header AZALEA - DECIDUOUS
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Place of originGarden origin. UK. pre 1934. L. de Rothschild, Exbury, Hants.
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Azaleas
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DeciduousCoppery new foliage and good autumn colour.
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Shades of pinkAll shades of pink through to Carmine (red)Pink with golden yellow blotch
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TubularTubular-funnel-shaped flowers 10cm (4in) long
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Fully hardy
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Entire
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Lanceolate
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Ovate
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Height1.5m (5ft)
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Spread1.5m (5ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightUpright, spreading habit
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Hardy - very cold winterHardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
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Scented flowers
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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harmful if eaten(People & Pets)
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size1.5m (5ft)
1.5m (5ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Pruning group
Pruning group 1Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Soil Conditions
Acid / ericaceous lovingFertile moist well-drained soilLeafy, humus-rich.
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Sun Requirements
Full sunPartial shade
Azalea - Growing Guide