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AZALEA - EVERGREEN 'Blue Moon'
(syn. Nuccio's Blue Moon). Large pale mauve flowers, occasionally striped
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EvergreenElliptic to lance-shaped dark-green leaves
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PurpleShades of purple/mauve/lilac/violet
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Height1m (39in)
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Spread1m (39in)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightCompact, twiggy habit. Large, funnel-shaped flowers
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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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Full sun
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Partial shade
AZALEA - EVERGREEN 'Blue Moon'
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Additional FeaturesGood to knowSatsuki hybrid. Variable flower colour. In some seasons can be pink or striped. Originally developed for bonsai work. Shallow planting is essential. Mulch annually with leafmould in early springPests & DiseasesSee header AZALEA - EVERGREENPlace of originGarden origin. Uncertain
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Burncoose SpecialitiesAzaleas
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Garden Location/ConditionsPatio / pot plantsRockery (inc alpine)Suitable for small gardens
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf marginEntire
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Leaf shapeLanceolate
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Pruning groupPruning 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.
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Seasonal InterestSpring
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Soil ConditionsAcid / ericaceous lovingFertile moist well-drained soil
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Toxic - Category CHarmful if eaten(People & Pets)
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WildlifeRabbit Resistant
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Azalea - Growing Guide
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Wildflower Mini Meadow
Creates a mini-meadow for attracting bees, butterflies and bugs to your garden.
200g sachet which will cover 3 square metres. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi.
2 options from £7.00
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Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
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Afterplant - Grow Your Own
AFTER PLANT GROW YOUR OWN seaweed is ready to use liquid concentrate that was specially formulated be used on all edible plants.
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Vermin & Pest Control
Slug Pellets
Slug killer blue mini pellets are easy to use and give effective control of slugs and snails.
Ideal in garden, conservatory or greenhouse.
Only £6.50
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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