Azalea Japonica Dorothy Heiden 15 Litre Pot

Azalea japonica 'Dorothy Heiden' is a beautiful evergreen shrub known for its vibrant, bright pink to deep rose-red flowers that bloom in spring. It is a compact, hardy plant well-suited to UK gardens, offering both stunning seasonal blooms and year-round foliage interest. This azalea is an excellent choice for borders, containers, and woodland gardens where its vibrant flowers add a splash of colour.

Key Characteristics:

• Foliage: The evergreen leaves of 'Dorothy Heiden' are small, leathery, and dark green, providing an attractive backdrop for the spring blooms. In autumn and winter, the foliage may turn a bronze or purplish hue, adding seasonal interest.
• Flowers: In late spring, 'Dorothy Heiden' produces profuse, vivid rose-red to bright pink, funnel-shaped flowers. The blooms are relatively large compared to the plant’s size and create a striking contrast against the dark green leaves.
• Size: This compact shrub typically reaches a height and spread of around 60-90 cm (2-3 feet), making it ideal for smaller garden spaces, containers, or as part of a mixed border.

Growing Conditions:

• Soil: Like most azaleas, 'Dorothy Heiden' thrives in acidic, well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter. It cannot tolerate alkaline soil, so growing in ericaceous compost is necessary if the soil is too alkaline.
• Light: This variety prefers partial shade, particularly morning sun and afternoon shade. It can handle some direct sunlight but thrives best in dappled light or partial shade.
• Watering: Regular watering is important to keep the soil consistently moist, especially during dry periods. However, the soil should not be waterlogged, as azaleas are sensitive to poor drainage.

Uses:

• Borders & Shrub Beds: 'Dorothy Heiden' works well in mixed borders, adding a burst of colour in spring.
• Containers: Ideal for growing in pots or containers, especially if your garden has alkaline soil. Its compact size makes it perfect for patios or terraces.
• Woodland Gardens: This variety thrives in partially shaded areas, making it perfect for woodland-style gardens where it can be planted under larger trees or alongside other shade-loving plants.
• Rock Gardens: It can also be used in rockeries, given its compact size and colourful blooms

Azalea Japonica Dorothy Heiden 15 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Semi Hardy Slow Growing White Evergreen

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.