Description
The Azalea plant is a stunning flowering shrub known for its vibrant blooms and lush foliage. It is commonly associated with good luck and prosperity in various cultures. This plant sapling comes in a 1-inch net pot and is ready to be transplanted into a larger container or garden bed for optimal growth. Avoid overwatering, and ensure proper drainage for healthy development. Also, check out our workshops for more details.
SAPLING DESCRIPTION
- Number of saplings in a net pot – 1
- Sapling Height : 2–4 inches
- Watering – Allow the top inch of soil to dry out before watering
- Sunlight – Bright indirect sunlight to partial shade
PLANT DESCRIPTION
- Difficulty Level – Moderate
- Full Plant Height : 1–4 feet tall
- Type – Outdoor/Indoor (depending on climate)
- Feed – Use an acid-loving plant fertilizer every 2–3 weeks during the growing season for vibrant blooms. Mulching with pine bark can help retain soil acidity.
- Watering – Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy. Water deeply when the top inch of soil is dry.
- Sunlight – Prefers morning sunlight with partial shade in the afternoon, especially in hot climates.
- Suitable Temperature – 50°F – 80°F (Cool to moderate temperatures preferred)
HOW TO PLANT A SAPLING
- Take the sapling along with the net pot and choose a container or garden spot with good drainage.
- Ensure the planting hole is twice the size of the root ball to allow proper root expansion.
- Use well-draining, acidic soil with organic compost to promote healthy growth.
- Gently remove the plant from the net pot, keeping the roots intact, and place it in the prepared hole.
- Cover the roots with soil, press gently, and water thoroughly to help it settle.
ALTERNATE NAMES
- Botanical Name: Rhododendron spp.
- Azalea flower plant in Hindi: अज़ालिया फूल पौधा (Azalea Phool Paudha)
- Azalea flower plant in Tamil: அசலியா செடி (Azalea Chedi)
- Azalea flower plant in Telugu: అజాలియా మొక్క (Azalea Mokka)
- Azalea flower plant in Kannada: ಅಜಾಲಿಯಾ ಗಿಡ (Azalea Gida)
- Azalea flower plant in Marathi: अझालिया झाड (Azalea Jhad)
- Azalea flower plant in Malayalam: അസാലിയ പുഷ്പം (Azalea Pushpam)