Higasa Evergreen Azalea is a beautiful mounding shrub that extends the flowering season. Grown in zones 6-9, it reaches a size of 3-4 feet.
Azalea X 'Higasa'
Azalea x 'Higasa' is a beautiful and compact evergreen azalea cultivar that is known for its dark rose-pink flowers and glossy green foliage. It is a popular choice for gardeners because it is relatively easy to care for and can be grown in a variety of climates.
Azalea x 'Higasa' grows to be 3 to 4 feet tall and 3 to 4 feet wide. It has a mounded growth habit and a rounded shape. The leaves are small and oval-shaped. They are dark green and have a glossy sheen.
Azalea x 'Higasa' blooms in early spring. The flowers are small and dark rose-pink in color. They are arranged in dense clusters and are very fragrant. The flowers are typically about 2 inches in diameter and have wavy-edged petals.
Azalea x 'Higasa' is a relatively low-maintenance plant. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant once established. Azalea x 'Higasa' can be fertilized in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Here are some tips for growing Azalea x 'Higasa':
- Plant Azalea x 'Higasa' in full sun to partial shade.
- Choose a well-drained soil.
- Water Azalea x 'Higasa' regularly, especially during the first year after planting.
- Fertilize Azalea x 'Higasa' in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- Mulch around Azalea x 'Higasa' to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.
- Prune Azalea x 'Higasa' as needed to maintain its shape and size.
Azalea x 'Higasa' is a beautiful and versatile plant that can add interest to any garden. It is a good choice for planting in foundation plantings, borders, and rock gardens. It can also be used as a specimen plant or planted in containers.
In addition to its ornamental value, Azalea x 'Higasa' also provides a number of environmental benefits. It helps to improve air quality by filtering pollutants from the air. It also provides food and shelter for a variety of wildlife, including bees, butterflies, and birds.
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 (plant 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 - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
