Azalea, Girard's Crimson Red #3
$3999
RHODODENDRON 'GIRARD'S CRIMSON RED'
Rhododendron 'Girard's Crimson Red'
- Height: Typically 2–3 feet tall in cooler regions
- Spread: About 3–4 feet wide
- Spacing: Plant 2–3 feet apart for best coverage
- Growth Rate: Moderate
Description
Rhododendron 'Girard's Crimson Red' is a compact, hybrid azalea (non-native) prized for its vibrant red blooms that appear in mid to late spring, drawing hummingbirds and butterflies to the garden. Its evergreen foliage often retains color throughout the year, occasionally taking on a subtle bronze tint in colder weather. Thanks to its manageable size, this variety is an excellent choice for borders, foundation plantings, or partially shaded garden beds. It also adapts well to container growing when provided with acidic, well-draining soil and consistent moisture.
General Care
- Sunlight: Performs best in partial shade, with at least 3–4 hours of filtered or morning sunlight each day.
- Soil: Requires acidic, organically rich soil with good drainage; amending heavier soils with peat moss or compost can improve aeration.
- Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during active growth and blooming; avoid allowing the soil to dry out completely.
- Mulching: A 2–3 inch layer of mulch around the root zone helps conserve moisture and regulate soil temperature.
- Pruning: Lightly prune right after flowering to maintain a neat shape and encourage abundant blooms the following season.
