AZALEA - DECIDUOUS 'Nabucco'
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AZALEA - DECIDUOUS 'Nabucco'
Dark red flowers with yellow anthers. Excellent autumn colour
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Good to know
Shallow planting is essential. Mulch annually with leafmould in early spring -
Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
Garden origin. 1972. Germany. Hans Hachmann -
Azaleas
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DeciduousMid green leaves turn orange and red in autumn
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Red
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TrumpetTo 7cm (2¾in) across
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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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Height
1.5m (5ft) -
Spread
1.5m (5ft) -
Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightUpright shrub. Produces flowers in trusses of 7-9
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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.
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Hardy - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Acid / ericaceous loving
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Fertile moist well-drained soilLeafy, humus-rich
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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harmful if eaten
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size1.5m (5ft)
1.5m (5ft)
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