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Azalea 'Melford Flame'
Fabulous hybrid Rhododendrons. Long light green leaves appear after the flowers in late spring. Clusters of funnel-shaped fragrant orange-red frilled flowers in late spring. Grows best in acidic loamy soil that does not get too dry. Prefers semi-shade, hardy. Deciduous.
Genus
Azalea
Species
Cultivar
'Melford Flame'
Common name
Azalea
Family name
Ericaceae
Place of origin
DETAILS
Height
1.5 m
Width
1.5 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Deciduous
Soil Type
Needs well drained soil / Prefers acidic / lime-free soil. / Prefers good loamy soil
Moisture
Prefers even soil moisture
Exposure
Must be sheltered from wind. / Prefers a semi-shaded site / Will tolerate very hard frosts.
Magnificent / Sanctuary / Whimsical
Shrubs
Category
Small, height between 1 and 1.5 metres.
Availability
Please go to our current Monthly Stock List, to check if this plant is likely to be available.
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Your favourite Garden Centre may be able to order it for you ... where to buy our plants.