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AZALEA - EVERGREEN 'Kirin'
Hose-in-hose pink
£15.50 each
MULTIBUY SAVING
Any 3+ £14 each
Any 10+ £13 each
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Good to know
One of the 50 selected by EH Wilson (No. 22, 'Daybreak') and introduced in 1918. Shallow planting is essential. Mulch annually with leafmould in early spring -
Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
Japan (Kurume hybrid). -
Azaleas
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EvergreenSmall leaves 1-5cm (½-1in) long.
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Shades of pink
All shades of pink through to Carmine (red) -
Patio / pot plants
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Rockery (inc alpine)
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Suitable for small gardens
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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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)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightHose-in-hose flowers (2 flower tubes, one inside the other) in small trusses, shaded a pale, silvery pink.
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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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Hardy - average winter
Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F) -
Spring Seasonal Interest
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Acid / ericaceous loving
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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Full sun
Suitable for full sun. -
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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