Aucuba Hosoba Hoshifu is a stunning evergreen shrub grown in zones 7-10. It reaches a size of 6-8 feet and is perfect for shady areas.
Azalea Rhododendron
Azaleas and rhododendrons are two closely related groups of flowering plants that are both members of the genus Rhododendron. However, there is a key difference between the two: all azaleas are rhododendrons, but not all rhododendrons are azaleas.
Azaleas are typically smaller and more compact than rhododendrons, with smaller leaves and flowers. They also tend to be more deciduous, meaning that they lose their leaves in the fall. Azaleas are also known for their brightly colored flowers, which can be pink, red, white, purple, or yellow.
Azalea flowers
Rhododendrons are typically larger and more tree-like than azaleas, with larger leaves and flowers. They can be either evergreen or deciduous, and their flowers can be a variety of colors, including pink, red, white, purple, yellow, and orange.
Rhododendron flowers
Another key difference between azaleas and rhododendrons is the number of stamens in their flowers. Azaleas typically have five to six stamens, while rhododendrons have ten or more stamens.
Both azaleas and rhododendrons are popular ornamental plants, and they can be grown in a variety of climates. Azaleas are often grown in foundation plantings, borders, and rock gardens. Rhododendrons can be grown as specimen plants, hedges, or screens.
Here are some tips for growing azaleas and rhododendrons:
- Plant azaleas and rhododendrons in full sun to partial shade.
- Choose a well-drained soil.
- Water azaleas and rhododendrons regularly, especially during the first year after planting.
- Fertilize azaleas and rhododendrons in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- Mulch around azaleas and rhododendrons to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.
- Prune azaleas and rhododendrons as needed to maintain their shape and size.
With proper care, azaleas and rhododendrons can thrive for many years and provide beautiful blooms each spring.
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plants are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in Fall and Winter and will lose most of their leaves looking dead and dry, this is very normal. They will flush out in Spring.<br><br>We cannot ship certain plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by the Department of Agriculture.
