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- Japanese azalea prefers a partially shady location
- Do not plant azaleas in the blazing sun
- Moorbed plants need acid soil
- Tips
The Japanese Azalea feels most comfortable in partial shade
Japanese azalea prefers a partially shady location
The Japanese azalea is closely related to the rhododendron - in fact, it is even a hybrid that was created several hundred years ago from various rhododendron species. In fact, both plant species are very similar in terms of their needs and needs.
Do not plant azaleas in the blazing sun
Like Rhododendron, the Japanese Azalea does not belong to a full sun. Instead, place the flowering shrub in the light partial shade. The plant feels most comfortable in the protection of tall trees, although these must not compete with nutrients and water.
Moorbed plants need acid soil
Also, azaleas prefer to grow in swampy landscapes, which is why they naturally prefer an acidic and nutrient-rich soil. Ideally, the pH is between 4 and 5.5, with the soil being permeable and rich in humus.
Tips
If your garden floor does not meet these requirements, you can easily upgrade the planting site with rhododendrons or other peat mix. However, do not use pure peat, because even azaleas are too acidic.