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Deciduous Azalea luteum BOX DEAL (4 x 5 litre plants)

Deciduous Azalea luteum BOX DEAL (4 x 5 litre plants)

Item: ALUT4

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Flowering Month:
May
Flower Colour:
Yellow
Height After 10 Years:
125-150cm
Scent:
Scented
Interesting Foliage:
Yes
Hardiness:
Below -20 °C
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5 litre
£95.80 £70.00
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This is a BOX DEAL for 4 plants in 5 litre pots at £17.50 each. The same plants are £23.95 each when bought as singles, so this is better than 'buy 3 and get one free'! . Ideal for establishing a clump of lovely scented yellow azaleas. 

This offer is for online purchase only, but you can 'Click and Collect' at the checkout if you wish to collect from our nursery. 

Absolutely stunning and still one of the most popular highly scented yellow azaleas. Flowering in May this deciduous azalea has striking autumn yellow and orange leaf colour. A must for every garden and one of our favourites. A lovely old species that has become naturalized in parts of the British Isles and was very important in the development of the Ghent hybrids. Height 120-150cm in 10 years.  
  • Recommended for wonderful fragrance and autumn colour.
  • Easy to grow.
  • Ideal position: most garden situations, likes some sun.
  • Habit: upright.
  • Group: Deciduous Azalea.
  • Subsection: Pentanthera.
  • Introduction date: pre 1900 (1793)
  • Species distribution: Caucasus, Turkey, SW Russia, Georgia, Ukraine.
  • Approximate altitude: Sea-level to 2,200m.
  • Ideal soil: pH 4.5 to 6.
  • RHS Hardiness Rating: H7.
  • How we usually propagate this plant: Seed.
  • Awards: RHS Award of Garden Merit.

Customer Reviews

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"The 4 plants were a good size and arrived well watered. Two of the azaleas had some leaves reddish, a sign of stress but the other two were good green plants. I expect the two with reddish leaves to bounce back next year once the cultural conditions have stabilised."
Star Rating 4
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"Excellent plants; perfectly packaged. Looking forward to their blooms in 21"
Star Rating 5
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"growing very well thank you"
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"The plants arrived packed well and in the specified time. I shared the plants with my neighbours and we are all extremely pleased with them and looking forward to seeing them in flower. Would definitely buy from you again, in fact I’ve pruned a Camellia and if it doesn’t revive it may be sooner rather than later ! Thanks again"
Star Rating 5
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"Beautiful, healthy Azaleas, easy to order, quick to arrive (well packed) and great value. Am looking forward to seeing them flower, would highly recommend."
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"These 4 azaleas arrived in perfect condition...excellent value...look forward to seeing them in flower next spring!"
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"Plants arrived well packed. Healthy, well grown plants {4 azaleas}. All doing well a month on. "
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"lovely healthy plants, very well packed and now doing very well in the garden,thankyou"
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"Arrived in good time, in good condition and with helpful growing tips. "
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"Arrived in good time, in good condition and with helpful growing tips. "
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"Fabulous plants always beautifully packed. Perfect"
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"Excellent healthy plants arrived in perfect order."
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"Excellent plants, as always. I will definitely be re-ordering from Millais Nurseries."
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"Excellent plants"
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"Excellent size and quality. I will definitely be using this supplier again!"
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"Plants arrived in excellent condition "
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"Very happy with the plants I received, healthy and in good condition. Arrived promptly, I am happy to recommend this nursery."
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"Excellent plants at a good price, this was an ‘offer’"
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"I have purchased a number of plants from Millais in recent years and they have always been of the highest quality."
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"Good quality, sturdy plants. Very pleased"
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"Plants arrived promptly and in good condition, would use again."
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"The azalea Luteum arrived safely, are planted and looking happy despite severe winds recently. They have turned a lovely shade of red."
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"Arrived beautifully packaged. They are settled in the garden and looking great "
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"Stunningly good plants, well packed and delivered very quickly. Would recommend to others."
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Good to know

From a botanical point of view, deciduous azaleas are part of the rhododendron family, but typically they only have 5-7 stamens in the flowers instead of 11-13 stamens present in other rhododendrons. They make a dazzling display, particularly in yellows, oranges and reds, but can also be very subtle in shades of pink and white. They are tough and fast growing plants typically reaching 125-150cm in 10 years. Our selection ranges from the discreet small flowered species and Ghent varieties, to the bold large flowering Knaphill and Exbury types. Many have the added value of a good scent in spring, and fiery autumn colours before leaf fall. Our newest introductions greatly extend the season into late June and July.

Deciduous azaleas have a stronger root system and will tolerate poorer conditions and a slightly higher pH than other rhododendrons. They can be grown in soils up to pH 6.5 when plenty of ericaceous compost is added. They prefer light dappled shade, but can also be grown in sun or more shade. In sun, the plants will be bushier and lower, with more flowers, but these will not last so long. In shade, the plants will be taller, with fewer flowers, but these will last longer.

All require good moist ericaceous soil with a high organic content. For a guide to plant spacing, use the height we give in 10 years as a guide to the distance between each plant, or approximately 1 plant per 1.5m². Plant no deeper than the top of the rootball, and dig in plenty of good ericaceous compost around the sides.  A teaspoon of slow release feed is sufficient for a 3 litre plant, rising to a small handful for a mature plant.  They are tough plants, and tolerate growing in containers, where their flowers, scent and autumn colours can be appreciated. Re-pot every 3 years for best performance.



Please note: Plants supplied in winter months can look quite bare and stick-like, and may be pruned back to encourage more branching. This is normal, and they will soon fill out in the spring.


For further advice, For further advice, see here

Size Guide

Size guide

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The Basics

Ideal soil

Acidic soil, good organic content, pH 4.5-6.0. Inkarho range of rhododendrons will tolerate soils up to pH7.5

Sun or Shade

Light dappled shade is best for most varieties.

Shelter

Refer to hardiness rating. Give young plants protection.

Site Selection

Avoid close to trees, roots, invasive weeds, walls, hot patios, dry banks and waterlogged soils. Do not use weed matting or stone mulch.

Plant spacing

Use the height shown in 10 years as a guide to the distance between each plant. Allow room for plant to fill out. If planting closer for instant impact, be prepared to move plants after a few years.

Compost

  • 3 litre pot, dig in 10-20 litres of ericaceous compost.
  • 7.5 litre pot, dig in 20-30 litres of ericaceous compost.
  • 70-80cm specimen, dig in 60 litres of ericaceous compost.
  • 100-120cm specimen, dig in 120 litres of ericaceous compost.

Planting depth

Plant high in the ground, with the top of the rootball visible.

Feeding

Slow-release ericaceous feed recommended in March and straight after flowering.

Mulch

Recommended every few years.

Water

The key ingredient! Keep moist all season, especially the critical time at end of June for flower bud initiation. Tap water is better than no water. Heavy dose at least once per week in dry weather.

Drainage

Ensure good drainage in winter, especially with yellow flowering varieties. Avoid waterlogged sites.

Pruning

Rhododendrons and Camellias: Not normally required. Tidy wayward shoots after flowering.

Evergreen azaleas and Bloombux can be clipped into a low hedge.

Magnolias and Acers: Formative pruning when young to shape into a tree or bush.

Deadheading

Remove old flower-heads, particularly on young or weak plants.

For further advice see here

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