Christina Azalea
Rhododendron 'Christina'
In growth
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In bloom
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Planting Guide
| Spacing | 3-4 ft apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Chilling hours | 0 |
| Life expectancy | 10+ years |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Planted | 2022 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Partial Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Well-drained, acidic soil |
| Soil pH | 4.5-6.0 |
| Zones | 4-9 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Shrub |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Elliptic (Oval tapering ends) |
| Foliage colour | dark green, evergreen leaves throughout the year |
| Bloom | vibrant red to pink flowers typically bloom in spring and early summer with a mix of colors possible like white edged petals |
| Fruit | Capsule |
| Evergreen | Evergreen |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Fine Roots (< 2 mm) |
| Function | Absorptive Roots (Lower Orders) |
| Propagation | softwood tip or hardwood cutting in spring/summer, grafting recommended for variety consistency |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
|---|---|
| Deer | Not Resistant |
| Toxicity | Toxic to Humans & Pets |
| Edibility | Toxic |
| Companions | Ferns, Hostas, Camellias |
Where it came from
| Grower | Lowe's |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Lowe's |
Care
requires partial shade to full sunlight and regular water supply while avoiding overwatering; prefers acidic soil conditions with good drainage.
Maintenance
minimal fertilization needed, prune annually after blooming for shape control and health
Cleanup
remove spent flower clusters to maintain appearance
Notes
A Girard hybrid azalea known for its large, double blooms.