Information about azalea, price of azalea

1. Family

Azalea belongs to the Ericaceae family and the Rhododendron genus. It has many nicknames and a wide distribution range, so it is called differently in different regions. It is also called mountain pomegranate, azalea, mountain azalea, mountain rhododendron, and Tang azalea.

2. Form

Rhododendron is a deciduous shrub, about 2-5 meters tall, with many slender branches and densely distributed rough hairs. The leaves are leathery, about 1.5-5 cm long, with slightly curled edges and small teeth. Its flowering period is from April to May. The corolla is broad funnel-shaped and red in color, sometimes bright red, sometimes dark red or rose. It can bear fruit and produce ovoid capsules.

3. Habits

Rhododendrons prefer to grow in acidic soil and do not grow well in alkaline soil. It likes a cool climate environment, is afraid of the heat in summer, and cannot withstand the cold climate in winter. The suitable temperature for growth is around 12-25 degrees Celsius, so you need to take measures to keep warm in winter. It is suitable for growing under diffuse light. If the light is too strong, it will burn the leaves, and if the light is insufficient, it will grow poorly.

4. Price

Generally speaking, the market price of ordinary azalea seedlings is usually around 0.3-1.0 yuan per seedling. Due to differences in varieties and specifications, the prices also vary.