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Azaleas should be watered regularly but lightly. It is best to water them in the morning or late evening, but avoid midday when the sun is at its strongest. Water the soil until it is moist, but not soggy. For established plants, water deeply and slowly once a week. If the temperature and humidity are high, the plant may need to be watered more often. Always check the top few inches of soil to ensure it is not becoming too dry. In winter, water less often but make sure the soil stays moist.

Azaleas prefer bright indirect sunlight and morning sun is best for the Northern Lights Group. This means, they should be placed in an east-facing or north-facing window, about 4-5 feet away from the glass, or near an open south-facing window with a light curtain. They should receive between 4-6 hours of bright indirect light a day. It is important to note, however, that the leaves of an azalea will burn if it is exposed to too much direct sunlight, so avoid any direct sunlight or direct rays of sun hitting the plant.

Azaleas (Rhododendron Northern Lights Group) should be pruned twice a year for optimal growth - once after flowering, and then again in the late summer or early fall. For the first pruning, you should wait until the flowers have faded from the azalea and then prune back any dead or damaged branches. When you prune at this point, be sure to avoid cutting back too severely as this can reduce the flower output of the plant the next season. For the second round of pruning, wait until late summer or early fall and then remove any dead, infected, or overgrown branches, as well as any competing branches from the northern lights group. Make sure to cut back to a healthy bud or branch and aim to reduce the overall size of the azalea shrub and preserve its natural shape. When pruning, use sharp pruners to ensure a clean cut and minimize any potential damage.