Azalea ‘Asahi no hikari’
Azalea - Satsuki - Light of Dawn
A breathtaking Satsuki Azalea! Single, large 2.5″-3″ ruffled flowers can range from white to pale pink to deep pink with a green throat all on the same plant. Sometimes flowers feature reddish-purple stripes. Blooms early to mid June. Grows 2.5′ high by 3.5′ wide.
Additional information
| Exposure | Filtered Light, Part Sun |
|---|---|
| Tags | Bonsai |
| Zone | 6 |
Origin
Sport of Azalea 'Eikan', Introduced before 1955.
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.
