A dwarf, spreading Satsuki azalea bearing large frilled blooms of bright rosy red late in the season on a low mounding bush. Ideal for borders and pots. All parts contain grayanotoxins and are toxic to pets and people.
At a glance
- Plant type: Shrub
- Mature size: 50 cm H × 1 m W
- Aspect: part shade or morning sun and shade and low-light positions
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Gumpo Red Azalea
Botanically, Rhododendron 'Gumpo Red' is a slow-growing shrub in the Ericaceae family. It reaches around 50 cm tall and 1 m wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage. Red and pink flowers appear in spring.
Where to grow Gumpo Red Azalea
Gumpo Red Azalea suits warm-temperate and cool-temperate climates and grows best in part shade or morning sun and shade and low-light positions. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Gumpo Red Azalea does best in acidic and free-draining soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Gumpo Red Azalea is regular, moderate watering. A feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser keeps growth strong. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Prune Gumpo Red Azalea after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Gumpo Red Azalea in the garden
Gumpo Red Azalea earns its place for pots and courtyard containers, a feature or specimen planting and a low lawn alternative. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Gumpo Red Azalea with other plants that enjoy the same regular, moderate watering and warm-temperate climate. Repeat it through a border to tie the planting together and give a sense of rhythm.
Good to know
Note that it is toxic to cats and dogs, so site it away from pets that chew. All parts can be toxic if eaten, so keep it away from small children.
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