evergreen azalea

This evergreen azalea (Rhododendron 'Mrs. L.C. Fisher') should be watered once or twice per week in the growing season (spring through fall). Water deeply and thoroughly, enough to ensure that the soil is moist to a depth of 8 to 10 inches. After watering, the soil should be allowed to dry out a bit between waterings. In the winter, water sparingly, just enough to keep the plant from wilting. During periods of hot, dry weather, water every 3 to 4 days.

The evergreen azalea (Rhododendron 'Mrs. L.C. Fisher') requires at least 4 to 6 hours of full or filtered sunlight per day, ideally during the morning or early afternoon hours when the intensity of the sun is lower. Too much direct sunlight can cause damage to the plant, so it's important to avoid afternoon sun exposure. This species of azalea prefers a location with soil that is slightly acidic and drains well. It is also beneficial to provide the plant with some shade during the hottest parts of the summer.

For evergreen azalea (Rhododendron 'Mrs. L.C. Fisher'), pruning should be done twice each year—once during the late spring or early summer, after the flowering has stopped, and again during winter. In the late spring/early summer, light pruning is recommended. Aim to remove any dead, diseased, or damaged branches and to shape the plant. This pruning should be done with caution so as not to damage healthy stems or leave any large stubs behind. In winter, heavier pruning can be done to remove dead, damaged, or diseased branches, reshape, and generally rejuvenate the plant. Any really severe pruning should not be done as it can stress the plant and reduce flowering. It is important to be mindful that over-pruning and cutting into the older wood of the shrub can cause damage. Prune the shrub no more than 1/3 of its total growth each year and avoid cutting into the older wood more than 1/2 inch. Always use sharp pruners that are sterilized to prevent the spread of disease. By following the above recommendations, your evergreen azalea (Rhododendron 'Mrs. L.C. Fisher') will remain healthy and look its best.