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    AZALEA - DECIDUOUS pontica
    AZALEA - DECIDUOUS pontica
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    AZALEA - DECIDUOUS pontica

    (Rhododendron luteum) - the most commonly grown deciduous azalea with deliciously scented yellow flowers
     
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    • Burncoose speciality
      See Burncoose Speciality group for more details
    • Good to know
      Syn. Rhododendron luteum. attractive to bees and other insects. Shallow planting is essential. Mulch annually with leafmould in early spring
    • Pests & Diseases
      See header AZALEA - DECIDUOUS
    • Place of origin
      Eastern Europe to Caucasus.
    • Azaleas
    • Deciduous
      Oblong to lance-shaped, mid-green leaves 5-10cm (2-4in) long. Good autumn foliage colour.
    • Yellow
    • Woodland garden
    • Fully hardy
    • Entire
    • Oblanceolate
    • Height
      4m (13ft)
    • Spread
      4m (13ft)
    • Tall Shrub
      Open habit. Produces funnel-shaped, sticky flowers 3.5cm (1½in) long in trusses of 7-12
    • Pruning group 1
      Suitable 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.

    • Hardy - cold winter
      Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
    • Scented flowers
      Very fragrant.
    • Spring Seasonal Interest
    • Summer Seasonal Interest
    • Acid / ericaceous loving
    • Fertile moist well-drained soil
      Leafy, humus-rich.
    • Full sun
      Prefers full sun.
    • Partial shade
    • harmful if eaten
      (People & Pets)
    • Bee friendly
    • Rabbit Resistant
    • Mature Size
      4m (13ft)
      		 Tall Shrub - guide for size not form Average Person
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