Vivid, deep purple flowers blooming in mid spring and again in the fall. Vigorous spreading habit. Dark green foliage. Protect from afternoon sun, and wind. Ask about care instructions for acid loving plants. Gable hybrid. Botanical Name- Azalea x Conlec Pronunciation- uh-ZAY-lee-uh ex Foliage- Semi-evergreen Mature Width- 8 ft Mature Height- 8 ft Sun Exposure- Part sun Soil Preferences- Requires a moist, well-drained, acidic, peat moss enriched soil Current Size- 3 Bloom Color- Purple Bloom Time- Spring Companion Plants- Carex oshimensis ‘Everest’ (modern ornamental grass pairing) Fauna Attracted- Bees (bumble, honey), hummingbirds, some butterflies Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – Yearly Care Instructions- Prune immediately after flowering; use acidic fertilizer in spring and keep soil evenly moist. Trimming Instructions- Prune after flowering to shape and remove weak growth. Fertilization Instructions- Apply an acidic fertilizer (e.g., 4-6-4) in early spring; moderate feeding need. Amend clay soil with peat moss or pine bark to maintain acidity and improve drainage. Fertilizer Recommendation- Holly-tone Possible Issues- Lace bugs, root rot, powdery mildew
