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AZARA
Genus of 10 species of evergreen shrubs and small trees from South America often found at woodland margins and lakesides.
Further Reading....
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EvergreenSharply toothed, hairless leaves to 6cm (2½in) long.
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YellowMustard yellow -
Height5m (16ft) -
Spread5m (16ft)
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Tall ShrubArching, fern-like branches. Produces flowers in small, rounded clusters to 2cm (¾in) across.
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winterHardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F) -
Full sunShelter from cold winds -
Partial shade
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Additional Features
Pests & DiseasesNone
Place of originChile, ArgentinaResistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus. -
HardinessFrost hardy (down to -5)
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Leaf margin
Incised(see photos above) -
Leaf shape
Lanceolate
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Pruning group
Pruning group 5Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
When: Annually after flowering.
RHS group 8 -
Scented PlantsScented flowers
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSpringSummerWinter
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich.
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Wildlife
Bee friendly
Azara - Growing Guide
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Buy Varieties of AZARA
AZARA integrifolia 'Variegata'
irregular pink and creamy-yellow edges to the leaves
Gift-wrapping available
£17.00 each
AZARA microphylla
small dainty leaves with vanilla-scented yellow flowers
Gift-wrapping available
£17.00 each
AZARA microphylla 'Variegata'
variegated form
Gift-wrapping available
£17.00 each
AZARA serrata
glossy oval leaves and fragrant dark yellow flowers in midsummer
Gift-wrapping available
£17.00 each
Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
2 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50
