Azalea Kuisianum Evergreen Shrub, Hot Pink, 2L Pot

Azalea kuisianum (RHS Award Winner) is a compact evergreen shrub ideal for rock gardens, containers, and front borders. This Japanese species offers hot pink flowers in May, supplied pot grown and ready to plant.

Key Details

• Botanical name: Rhododendron kiusianum
• Height & spread: 45–60cm after 10 years
• Pot size: 2 litre
• Flower color: Hot pink, in clusters of 2–3
• Foliage: Dense, evergreen, semi-prostrate growth habit
• Flowering time: May
• Soil requirements: Acidic, well-draining (pH 4.5); full sun to part shade

Perfect For

• Rock gardens and wall cascades
• Container growing on patios
• Drifts at the front of shrub borders

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is Azalea kuisianum suitable for containers? Yes, its compact size and root system adapt well to container planting.
• How shade tolerant is it? Tolerates partial shade, comparable to most evergreen azaleas.
• What care is needed? Keep soil acidic and moist, avoid drought, mulch annually, prune lightly after flowering.
• Will it cascade over walls? Its semi prostrate form naturally cascades over low walls and rockeries.
• Is a 2 litre pot-grown plant easy to establish? Yes, plants in this size container establish reliably in UK gardens when proper soil and watering are maintained.