How to grow azalea at home

Rhododendron Growing Conditions

Rhododendron prefers a moist, ventilated, cool semi-shady environment. It is not resistant to high and low temperatures. The suitable growth temperature is between 12-25 degrees. Shading measures should be taken in summer and protection from the cold should be kept in winter. It is not resistant to exposure to strong light and is best maintained under scattered light with low light intensity.

How to grow azalea

Rhododendrons have certain requirements for light and prefer places with plenty of sunlight. Generally, potted plants are placed on the southeast balcony and shaded in summer. The concentration of fertilizer should be reduced. Organic compound fertilizer should be applied once a month, and phosphorus fertilizer should be applied before and after the flowering period. Watering should be done in moderation at ordinary times, and water should not be accumulated. The soil must be acidic and can be cultivated with leaf mold.

Watering azalea

Rhododendron likes a humid growing environment. Water it every 2-3 days in spring and autumn. In summer, the water evaporates quickly, so it can be watered every day. In winter, the temperature is lower, so it can be watered every 10 days. It is best to water it in the morning or evening in summer, and at noon in winter.

Fertilizing Azalea

The time for fertilizing azalea is generally from March to May, and after the branches and leaves grow into buds, some fertilizer can be applied every week so that the azalea has sufficient nutrients to grow. Be careful not to make the concentration too high. Generally, organic fertilizer and common organic nutrient solution can be applied.

Azalea pest control

The diseases and pests of azalea mainly include infectious diseases and physiological diseases. For physiological diseases, it is necessary to provide an environment suitable for plant growth. For infectious diseases, it is necessary to control them with drugs according to the cause.

How to grow azalea at home

When growing azaleas at home, you must first ensure that the potting soil is suitable. Choose slightly acidic soil with sufficient nutrients for maintenance. Place it on a sunny balcony at home for maintenance, and take shade measures in summer. When maintaining it in the sun, master the correct watering and fertilizing methods to ensure the growth of the plant. The soil needs to be replaced after 1 to 2 years of cultivation.

Azalea maintenance precautions

The roots of azalea are very fine and cannot tolerate waterlogging. Water should be applied in small amounts during normal times, and concentrated fertilizers should not be used to avoid root rot. In addition, after the flowering period, the withered flowers should be trimmed, and the diseased, damaged, and overgrown branches should be cut off, and the withered flowers and leaves on the surface of the potting soil should be cleaned. The flowerpot should be changed every 2-3 years.