Azalea ‘Yata no kagami’
Azalea - Satsuki - Sacred Mirror of Yata
A stunning, vibrant Satsuki Azalea! Blooming early to mid-season, 2-2.5″ wide flowers are light coral pink with deeper coloured dark coral margins. Grows with an upright, spreading habit. 2-3′ high by 3-4′ wide
Additional information
| Exposure | Filtered Light, Part Sun |
|---|---|
| Zone | 7 |
Origin
Parentage unknown. Bred and introduced by Yasaku Otsubo of Japan in 1914.
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.
Flower colour is more pronounced when not heavily fertilized.
