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Azaleas

Rhododendron species and cultivars

The pretty displays seen in many gardens during the main azalea flowering season undoubtedly inspire many passers-by into buying new azaleas for themselves. Azaleas are subject to numerous pests and diseases, however, and the plant can look fairly unattractive when not in flower. This is undoubtedly exacerbated by the hot and particularly the dry conditions we have to deal with in many parts of Qld. For insights into azalea growing, try taking a look at the following azalea links:
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Where to buy Azaleas in Qld

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CactusIsland Garden Nursery is a mail order nursery offering drought-tolerant plants and plants for tropical gardens.

Range includes palms, cycads, cordylines, bougainvilleas, unusual species (e.g. Red Ponytail Palm) and a selection of azaleas suitable for warm climates.

Adenium (Desert Rose) is a speciality. Pachypodiums, agaves, aloes, euphorbias, yuccas, dracaenas and other succulents also supplied.

Plants are posted Australia wide (except WA and Tas) for a flat fee of $15 express post - unlimited items. Many rare & unusual plants available, contact the nursery for details. Discounted prices for bulk & wholesale customers.

A catalogue is available via email, fax or post. To request a copy of the catalogue, or for more information, visit the CactusIsland Garden Nursery WEBSITE

For the most up-to-date information on opening hours, items in stock, prices etc, be sure to contact the business directly.

Also check in garden centres, especially around flowering time when they are likely to have the widest selection of azaleas on display (this is also helpful for deciding on flower colours, as you can see the actual flower instead of having to trust the label).

If you operate a nursery offering azaleas forsale to the public in Qld, click here: Information for advertisers

More Links

The following links are for general information and research - some species or cultivars referred to may be unavailable in (or unsuitable for) Queensland

Australia

International
Note that some types of azalea grown in colder climates are unsuitable for subtropical Qld. There will be an attempt to concentrate on the more suitable evergreen types in the links below, but you still may find a range of varieties discussed in international links.
Azalea Society of America offers a lot of information about azaleas generally
Evergreen Azaleas University of California Center for Landscape and Urban Horticulture (PDF)
Azaleas Bring Unbeatable Southern Spring Beauty Office of Agricultural Communications Mississippi State University USA
Azalea Culture in Harris County Texas A&M University (PDF)
Azalea Time Down South (growing azaleas in East Texas) Aggie-Horticulture, Texas A&M University, USA
Azalea Pruning Done Right University of Florida (PDF)
Using Miracid Fertilizer Discusses the use of soil acidifying treatments on azaleas. Walter Reeves, Georgia
Azalea culture for North Carolina gardeners N.C. State University, North Carolina
Azalea Questions and Answers US National Arboretum
Azaleas Some background information about azaleas. Gardening Column, Virginia Cooperative Extension
Azaleas are Blooming at the Hoe and Shovel blog (central Florida)
Evergreen Azaleas in My Garden at The Virtual Rhododendron Garden
The Asian Influence in My Garden - The Evergreen Azaleas by Donald W. Hyatt, who gardens near Washington D.C

Species, Groups, Cultivars
Azalea indica 'Alphonse Anderson' The Florez Nursery blog, NSW
Encore® Azaleas Official website for this brand of azaleas
Encore Azalea (Includes some information on the origin of these cultivars) University of Arkansas
Azaleas (Encore azaleas) at the Green Beam website (USA)
Rhododendron obtusum Kurume Azalea. Landscape Plant Fact Sheets, University of Florida USA (PDF)
On the Origin of Kurume Azaleas at Virtual Azalea, Japan
Azalea spp. 'Satsuki hybrids' Landscape Plant Propagation Information, University of Florida
Rhododendron x 'Fashion' Fashion Azaleas. Landscape Plant Fact Sheets, University of Florida USA (PDF)
Rhododendron x 'George Tabor' Landscape Plant Fact Sheets, University of Florida USA (PDF)

Cultivation
Spring Azalea Care University of Florida (PDF)
Summer Azalea Maintenance Helps to Ensure a Colorful Spring David W. Marshall, Leon County Extension, University of Florida, USA
Azalea Planting Clemson University, South Carolina
Azalea Care Clemson University, South Carolina
Fall Blooming Azaleas Gaining in Popularity Office of Agricultural Communications Mississippi State University, USA
Prune Azaleas Immediately after Flowering in: Horticulture Timely Topics (May, 1997) The University of Georgia
When to Prune Flowering Shrubs Texas A&M University
Azaleas with a Difference GardenDesignOnline blog. Illustration of "cloud pruning"
Frequently Asked Plant Questions University of Florida
Potassium Deficiency in Azalea (Rhododendron sp.) A photograhic illustration. University of Florida NutDef Plant Nutrient Deficiency Database
Copper Deficiency in Azalea (Rhododendron sp.) A photograhic illustration. University of Florida NutDef Plant Nutrient Deficiency Database
Iron Deficiency in Azalea (Rhododendron sp.) A photograhic illustration. University of Florida NutDef Plant Nutrient Deficiency Database
Iron Deficiency in Azalea (Rhododendron sp.) Another photograph. University of Florida NutDef Plant Nutrient Deficiency Database
Nitrogen Deficiency in Azalea (Rhododendron sp.) A photograhic illustration. University of Florida NutDef Plant Nutrient Deficiency Database
Nitrogen Deficiency in Azalea (Rhododendron sp.) Another photograph. University of Florida NutDef Plant Nutrient Deficiency Database

Propagation
Azalea indica (Rhododendron indicum) Landscape Plant Propagation Information, University of Florida
Rhododendron obtusum, Kurume Azalea Landscape Plant Propagation Information, University of Florida
Azalea spp. 'Kurume hybrids' Landscape Plant Propagation Information, University of Florida

Possible misspellings: azalia, azaela, azalae, asaleas, axalea
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