Azalea ‘Hino Crimson’
Azalea - Hino Crimson
A compact evergreen Azalea which produces brilliant single, non-fading crimson flowers from early midseason to midseason. Small glossy green leaves turn bronze in winter. Grows 3′ high by 4′ wide in a 10 year period.
Additional information
| Exposure | Filtered Light, Part Sun |
|---|---|
| Zone | 5, 6 |
Origin
Hybrid seedling of Azalea 'Amoenum' and 'Hinodegiri'. Hybridized by Vermeulen & Son Nursery in New Jersey, in 1944.
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.
