Azalea ‘Vinecourt Duke’
Azalea - Vinecourt Duke
Vineland Research Station Intro! A deciduous Azalea which features fragrant, wavy, double deep pink flowers. Very prolific, blooming midseason to late midseason. Grows 5′ high and wide in a 10 year period.
Additional information
| Zone | 5 |
|---|---|
| Exposure | Filtered Light, Part Sun |
Origin
Parentage unknown. Hybrid seedling of Azalea 'Homebush' and an unknown brick red seedling. Bred in 1982 and described by Al W. Smith of Horticultural Research Institute of Ontario.
Special Notes
Exposure: Morning Sun, afternoon shade or all day filtered light. Protect from the hot mid-day sun. Protect from the prevailing winter winds, plant in a sheltered location.
Soil: A very acidic, moist but well draining soil is required. Avoid heavy compacted soils such as clay.
Maintenance: Selective pruning right after flowering in done. Dead-heading is recommended for increased flower production the following year.
