Azalea japonica Blue Danube 20 Litre Pot

Azalea japonica 'Blue Danube' is a popular, compact evergreen shrub known for its vibrant purple-blue blooms and attractive green foliage. It belongs to the Rhododendron family and is a hardy, low-maintenance plant ideal for UK gardens, especially in borders, containers, or woodland settings. Its showy flowers and compact growth habit make it a fantastic choice for adding color and structure to your garden.

Key Characteristics:

• Foliage: The small, evergreen leaves are glossy and dark green, providing year-round interest. During colder months, the foliage may take on a bronze tint.
• Flowers: In late spring, 'Blue Danube' produces stunning, funnel-shaped, purple-blue flowers with a subtle violet hue. The blooms contrast beautifully against the dark green leaves, creating a striking display.

• Size: This compact shrub grows to about 60-80 cm (2-3 feet) in height and spread, making it ideal for small gardens, containers, or as a low-growing feature in borders.

  Growing Conditions:

• Soil: Azalea japonica thrives in acidic, well-drained soils rich in organic matter. If your soil is alkaline, consider using ericaceous compost or growing the plant in containers.
• Light: Prefers partial shade, especially in areas with dappled sunlight. Full sun can cause leaf scorch, while deep shade may reduce flowering.
• Watering: Requires regular watering to maintain consistently moist soil, particularly during dry periods. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging.

Uses:

• Borders & Shrub Beds: Its compact size and bold color make it an excellent addition to mixed borders or shrub beds.
• Containers: Perfect for patio pots and containers, allowing you to position it in ideal growing conditions, even in gardens with alkaline soil.
• Woodland Gardens: Suitable for informal or woodland-style gardens due to its love of dappled shade and rich, organic soils.
• Rock Gardens: Its small size and spreading habit make it an attractive option for rockeries or as ground cover.

Azalea japonica Blue Danube 20 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Average Rate Of Growth Purple Semi Evergreen

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.