evergreen azalea

This evergreen azalea (Rhododendron 'Purple Splendor') prefers moist, well-drained soil with a slightly acidic pH. Water this type of azalea during the growing season as often as necessary to keep the soil moist, but not soggy. Water the plant deeply approximately once every 1 to 2 weeks. During periods of extreme heat or drought, water the plant more frequently, making sure that the soil does not dry out. Do not water the plant during periods of winter dormancy and only give it a light watering if evergreen azalea (Rhododendron 'Purple Splendor') is exposed to prolonged periods of cold weather.

Evergreen azaleas, such as the Rhododendron ‘Purple Splendor’, need at least 3-4 hours of full sun every day for optimal growth and blooms. During the hottest parts of the summer, it is best to protect the plant from the full intensity of the afternoon sun. Morning sunlight is ideal for this type of plant as it has a higher intensity and lower temperatures than afternoon sunlight. During cooler months, the plant will tolerate more intense sun which can be beneficial for keeping flower buds from dropping off.

Evergreen azaleas such as Rhododendron 'Purple Splendor' should be pruned twice a year, in late spring and again in late summer. In late spring, prune off any dead or diseased branches to remove them from the plant. Once all dead and diseased branches have been removed, trim any wayward or overly long branches. In late summer, cut back any exceptionally long branches to encourage a bushier growth. The amount of pruning required will differ depending on the size and shape of the plant.