Azalea: ( Rheinland )

Family:    Ericaceae

Botanical Name:    Rhododendron occidentale ( rō -dō -den´dron )

Soil:    Leafy, hummus rich with added compost.

PH level:    5.0

Flower:    April        Photo

Color:     Red / Pink / Purple       

Height:    5'

Spread:    5'

Pests:    Vine weevil, white flies, leafhoppers, lace bugs, scale insects, aphids, & root rot.

Light:    Full sun to partial shade.

Water:    Keep moist.

Propagation:    Root semi-ripe cuttings in late summer.

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