An evergreen shrub with clusters of pretty, bell-shaped, carmine-scarlet flowers in spring. Max Height 1.5m. Max Spread 1.5m. Flowers March to April. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Rhododendron ‘Fireball’ Azalea
An evergreen shrub with clusters of pretty, bell-shaped, carmine-scarlet flowers in spring.
Additional information
| Generic | Rhododendron |
|---|---|
| Species | |
| Varietry | 'Fireball' Azalea |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | pink, scarlet |
| Soil | Acidic |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 1.5m |
| Family | Ericaceae |
| Spread | 1.5m |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | March, April |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | Provide a deep winter mulch |
| Border | Border, Woodland |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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