Azalea ‘Benibotan’

Azalea ‘Benibotan’

Azalea - Satsuki - Red Peony

A very old variety of Satsuki Azalea, featuring full double red flowers! Flowers are large 2.5″-3″ and open mid-season on top of small leaves. A vigourous grower to 4′-5′ high and wide.

Additional information

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Exposure

Filtered Light, Part Sun

Tags

Bonsai

Zone

7

Origin

Parentage unknown.

Synonymous

Azalea 'Beni botan'

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.