evergreen azalea

This evergreen azalea should be kept consistently moist by watering it with 1/2 inch of water every 7-10 days when soil is dry to the touch. During the growing season, from spring to fall, the soil should be kept moist at all times. During winter months, reduce watering to once every 2-3 weeks. Do not let the plant stand in water. Mulching with organic material and covering the soil in winter can help retain moisture and help your azalea thrive.

Evergreen azalea, or Rhododendron 'Blaauw's Pink', should be grown in an area with partial sun to partial shade, which is an equivalent of 4 to 6 hours of sunlight per day. Additionally, this plant species should be planted where it does not receive direct sunlight during the hottest time of the day, around midday. If desired, you can provide filtered sun or some light shade during the afternoon. This helps protect the plant from extreme temperatures and provides it with the right balance of sunlight it needs to thrive.

Evergreen azalea (Rhododendron 'Blaauw's Pink') should be pruned in early to mid-spring, while the plant is still dormant. Prune away any dead, broken, or diseased branches then thin out any overly dense areas. Remove more than 50% of the previous season's growth to encourage a bushier, healthier shape. Cut back the lateral branches to create an even, dome-like shape. Make sure to avoid cutting into the woody parts as this may damage the plant. If necessary, touch up the pruning by selectively removing any straggly branches that do not contribute to the desired shape. Overall, evergreen azaleas should be pruned lightly each year to maintain the desired shape.