How to care for azalea after its flowers fade

1. Remove the remaining flowers

After the azalea flowers fade, they lose their ornamental value and some flowers will remain on the plant, which will increase nutrient consumption. Therefore, it is necessary to remove the dead flowers in time, and it is best to prune both the dead flowers and the ovary when pruning.

2. Pruning branches

After the flowers have faded, the branches need to be properly pruned, and those branches that are too long or diseased need to be pruned away. Not only will it consume more nutrients, but if the diseased branches are not cut off in time, it may harm more branches. In addition, weaker branches can also be pruned off.

3. Repotting and Fertilizing

After the azalea flowers fade, they need to be repotted and replaced with new soil. Apply fertilizer every 10 days, mainly nitrogen fertilizer. Move it indoors in mid-October and place it on a south-facing balcony so it can receive more sunlight.

4. Proper lighting

After the flowers fade, you need to place it outdoors. If you live in an apartment building, you can keep it on the balcony at home. You also need to spray it with water constantly, expose it to sunlight in the morning and evening, and provide appropriate shade at noon.