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AZALEA - EVERGREEN 'Caerhays Lavender'
Yellow new growth contrasts with mauve flowers. AM 2008
£15.50 each
MULTIBUY SAVING
Any 3+ £14 each
Any 10+ £13 each
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Burncoose speciality
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Pests & Diseases
See header AZALEA - EVERGREEN -
Place of origin
Garden origin. UK. Caerhays Estate, Cornwall -
Azaleas
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Caerhays bred plants
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EvergreenYoung growth is white, turning pale yellow, then green.
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Purple
Shades of purple/mauve/lilac/violetLight mauve -
Fully hardy
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Entire
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Lanceolate
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Ovate
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Height
1.2m (4ft) -
Spread
1.2m (4ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightCompact shrub with a spreading habit
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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) -
Spring Seasonal Interest
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harmful if eaten
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size1.2m (4ft)
1.2m (4ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
Patio / pot plantsRockery (inc alpine)Suitable for small gardens
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Pruning group
Pruning group 5
Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
When: Annually after flowering.
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Soil Conditions
Acid / ericaceous lovingFertile moist well-drained soil
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Partial shade
Azalea - Growing Guide
Planting Combinations