Azalea Harvest Moon

Azalea Harvest Moon – Description

Latin Name: Rhododendron ‘Harvest Moon’
Common Name: Azalea ‘Harvest Moon’
Other Names: Golden Azalea, Autumn Azalea
Indoors or Outdoor: Outdoor
Current Size: This stunning Azalea ‘Harvest Moon’ is 40cm tall.

Azalea Harvest Moon – Delivery

Delivery Info: Your Azalea ‘Harvest Moon’ will be carefully packaged and delivered to your doorstep, ready to bloom in your garden.

Azalea Harvest Moon – Characteristics

Mature Size: Grows to an impressive 1.5 meters in height and 1 meter in width which is fairly large for an azalea.
Evergreen or Deciduous: Deciduous, offering vibrant seasonal changes.
Preferred Position: Thrives in partial shade or full sun.
Shape – Plant Characteristics: Compact and rounded, with lush green foliage and vibrant, lightly scented, orange-yellow blooms in Spring.
Hardy or Not Hardy: Hardy
Diseases: Resistant to most common azalea diseases.

Azalea Harvest Moon – Uses

Uses in Garden: Azalea ‘Harvest Moon’ is perfect for creating eye-catching borders, hedges, or as a standalone ornamental plant in your garden.

Azalea Harvest Moon – Characteristics

Preferred Planting Aspect: Best in partial shade with morning sun.
Is it Frost Hardy: Moderately frost-hardy, protect during severe cold snaps.
Fast or Slow Growing: Moderately fast-growing, achieving its mature size in about 3-5 years.
Pruning Advice: Prune after floweringas required but not essential.

Azalea Harvest Moon – Planting Instructions in an Irish Climate

Sowing Time: Plant in early spring or late autumn.
Trench Preparation: Dig a trench twice the width of the pot and of equal depth and dig in ericaceous soil as required.
Positioning of Plants: Place your Azalea ‘Harvest Moon’ in the trench, ensuring the top of the root ball is level with the soil surface.
Plant Spacing: Space multiple plants about 80-100cm apart.
Pruning Instructions: Prune back any dead or overgrown branches after flowering to maintain shape.

Facts About Azalea Harvest Moon

Azalea ‘Harvest Moon’ is known for its stunning display of bright orange-yellow blossoms in the late spring.
This deciduous azalea is prized for its vibrant autumn foliage, which turns shades of red and orange, adding a burst of color to your garden.
Enhance your garden with the captivating beauty of Azalea ‘Harvest Moon’ and enjoy its seasonal transformations year after year.