UK Deciduous Azaleas

This species of plants originate in central China. The closely related species R. molle japonicum come from Japan. Both these deciduous varieties are relatives of the popular Ghent and Knapp Hill hybrids.

More plants drown than die of thirst but Azalea houseplants do need damp soil.

Autumn is the best time to plant Azaleas so you get a blaze of colour next spring. If you want to see the colour before you buy than aim for a pot grown plant in spring.

Azaleas are perennial flowering shrubs, bearing flowers from March to June (depending on the variety). There are thousands of cultivars to choose from, with flower colours ranging from pinks and purples to reds, oranges and yellows. Azaleas grow best in a shady bed or woodland border in the garden, but they also do well in pots. Some azaleas (sometimes known as greenhouse azaleas) are suitable for growing as house plants.

Azalea lace bugs are rather small insects, but their feeding habits leave telltale signs on the foliage. The leaves will have a whitish cast to them. Close examination will reveal very fine specks on the upper leaf surface where the green pigment, chlorophyll, is absent. If you look on the underside of the leaves, you will see tiny tar‑like spots of excrement. High populations of lace bugs are more prevalent on plants located in full sun.

Leaf color change is one of the most iconic events that define the fall season. In a matter of days, the green color gives way to bright yellow, orange, and red hues. The appearance of these colors not only increases the beauty of our forests but also helps the growth of our orchards and backyard trees. These fall colors are created by pigments such as ß-carotene, anthocyanin, or lutein. Some may wonder, “why would trees spend energy in creating these pigments right when they are about to drop their leaves?” The answer is that the strategy is not about spending but saving for the next season.

It’s fast growing.Its foliage is willow-like, and in the ‘Argentea’ (meaning silver-leaved) cultivar I grow, a pleasing grayish-green, if not wildly silver.Its flowers are fragrant, like those of its cousins. Deadheading after bloom will somewhat reduce the messy twiginess, especially of older plants.And like I said, the butterflies really like it.Sources for Buddleia alternifolia: At High Country Gardens At Forest Farm Categoriesdeciduous trees & shrubsTagsbutterfly plants

My “simple question”—really the same question, asked in two phases—was to Marco Polo Stufano, a far more expert and fearless garden-maker. I’d lost one trunk of a very large, wide-reaching old apple tree last fall, exposing a large circle of shade perennials to the sun.Do I have to move all thehellebores, the gold Hakonechloa grass and other things that once enjoyed the apple’s shade, I’d asked then? After some discussion and some plant-shopping, I’d begun the remediation with a female fringe tree, Chionanthus virginicus (a native with fragrant white June flowers, good fall color and dark blue fruits).This spring I called for help again, still fretting a

You all know my old friend, Ken Druse, author of 20 garden books. So rather than repeat the rest of his bio, I’ll share some news: Ken’s being honored the evening of June 17th, 2021 by Rutgers Gardens, the botanical garden of Rutgers University in New Jersey.Of course I would not miss that virtual event (ticket information is here). The celebratory evening includes a video tour of his garden at peak bloom, and also a live Q&A session.Read along as you listen to the June 14, 2021 edition of my public-radio show and podcast using the player below. You can subscribe

The small evergreen Azaleas can be a hit or a miss in our garden. Kermesena is a definite hit.

While most of the gardeners have common flowers, you could grow something different and exciting in your yard! Here are some of the rare and Best Russian Flowers that you can try your hands on!

If you’re looking for a way to liven up your outdoor space, growing azaleas in pots is a fantastic option. These stunning plants boast vibrant, eye-catching blooms that are sure to brighten up any patio or balcony. So let us get into How to Grow Azalea in Pots.