AZALEA PLANT CARE for FLOWERING AZALEAS GROWING IN POTS 🌱(Garden Center TV)
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- Опубликовано: 2 окт 2024
- AZALEA PLANT CARE for FLOWERING AZALEAS GROWING IN POTS is a plant care video by popular plant expert, Shirley Bovshow. Learn how to care for azalea plants indoors through the cold season and keep them alive so that in the spring when it starts to warm up, you can take the azalea plants outdoors to continue growing in your patio! When flowering azaleas start to outgrow their containers, repot azaleas with a special potting soil mix made for acid-loving plants like the azaleas, camellias, and gardenias!
ROOM TEMPERATURE FOR AZALEAS: Did you know that azalea plants need specific indoor temperatures in order to flower indoors? Warm temperatures may cause flowers to drop.
FERTILIZING AZALEAS : Less is more! Shirley explains why it NOT beneficial to fertilize flowering azaleas while in bloom! Watch the video and find out why!
WATERING AZALEAS : Shirley shows you how to access if your azalea plant needs watering by picking it up to see how heavy it is, and other tips for proper watering.
SOIL: Azaleas thrive in acidic soil like other shade-loving plants. Learn the details!
Potted azaleas, azalea tree, and "florist indoor azaleas" from the garden center and supermarkets are popular gift plants. Unfortunately, many people throw away their potted azaleas after the flowers stop blooming! Don't do that! Follow Shirley's easy azalea care tips and enjoy this romantic houseplant for years to come!
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Ohmygosh! This Lady is so polite, she replied to so many comments below even when there was no need to. Those azaleas are sure pretty which will fade but your politeness will never. Thank you👍🏻👏
You are very sweet, Mich Elle! I value each and every comment and love to answer questions. This is one of my older youTube channels. I invite you to subscribe to my active youTube channel: Edenmakers by Shirley Bovshow. You can look me up on Facebook where I answer all comments there too!
“Come in closer”
Me:starts putting face closer to phone lol
Thanks for sharing your knowledge 👍
Hehe! Thanks for watching, Hector!
Haha.. same!
Thank you so much for this helpful video!!!!!!! I received one as a gift and these were wonderful care instructions. Such a beautiful personality too!
Thanks for the very nice comment. Enjoy your Azalea! I'm here to help. BTW- I have another more active channel that I invite you to visit and subscribe to: "EdenMakers by Shirley Bovshow" I have lots of videos there.
Wow I like this lady so much 💚
Thanks for watching Dian. Happy you enjoyed my video. Be sure to look me up and follow me on my other channel "Edenmakers by Shirley Bovshow".
@@FoodieGardenerDiabetes thank you, following 💞🙏🏼
Thank you so much! This video is so helpful 😊 my boyfriend gifted me a beautiful Azaela tree for Easter 🤍
Very welcome! Thanks for watching.
Love this video !
Thank you very much !
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Thank you!
Received Azaleas today for Valentine's Day from my sweet fiancé. I'm a novice planter, and this video clarified a lot of confusion I had on how to take proper care of it. Look forward to seeing it bloom and grow tall like the ones in your video!
Also, I have a question, I googled proper care before watching this video and it said that azaleas should be sheared before July after it has bloomed. Do you recommend that?
Hi, Peter! Thanks for watching and sharing your feedback. Yes that is true, you can prune your azalea soon after it blooms in the spring or early summer. The perfect time is when spent flowers begin to discolor and shrivel. This promotes vigorous new growth. Here is a link with more info:
www.guide-to-houseplants.com/azalea-care.html#:~:text=Prune%20your%20plant.&text=Don't%20be%20afraid%20to,is%20attached%20to%20the%20stem).
I love her personality. And what gorgeous azaleas!
Hi Grace, thank you so much for watching my video and sharing your feedback. I'm so pleased you enjoyed it!
Thank you so much I just got one for my birthday and wanted to know how to take care of it
Hi! My pleasure! I am happy you found my video helpful.
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I followed her directions of watering by submerging pot in water. My azaleas died within a few weeks bc mold started growing on the top soil and I couldn’t take it out. I tried repotting it in fresh soil but the roots were too soaked and ended up with root rot!
I'm sorry to hear that. Submerging plants in water is an acceptable way to water plants. How many times did you do it and for how long?
Hi,
I submerged it in water once a week. I submerged it in long enough to see the top of the soil wet. I let it drain in my sink until there were no more drips then returned it to the bigger pot holding the potted plant. It’s an indoor plant with indirect light. After the second time of water submersion I noticed fungus growing on the top of the soil. I waited a few days later to see if letting the top soil dry out would take carethe fuzzy fungal growth but it remained. I took it out of the soil and saw that the roots were really soggy. I washed the roots and clipped most of the rot out and placed it with new soil mixed in with some coffee grounds. I didn’t water until a day or two later. After that the fungus came back and it didn’t recover :(
I simply love the line.." give them a little kiss" ...love it..love your explanation .👌
Hehe! Happy you enjoyed my video, Jennifer! Thanks for watching!
Would this soil mix help blueberry bushes? They also require acidic environment with well drainage I believe. 🤔
Hi, I have a Satsuki azalea Bonsai who is currently suffering. I need help with her desperately please. She has browning leaves like crazy. I water her about twice a week and I always make sure she is never dry and check the soil with my finger as I do with all my plants and deeply water her. I live in zone 7 and its currently fall. I checked her for root rot, she has none. I have her placed right in the corner next to an east facing window so she gets indirect sunlight that is bright by mornings in a roughly 70 degrees room. I put her outside in cooler weather because as you explained in the video, they like cooler temperatures, and she still got more brown leaves. I checked for pests and bugs, and I found none at all. I added pine needles to the soil because I heard that would help with the acidity and I gave her a little fertilizer a week ago, and she is still upset. She is still browning leaves like crazy. Some leaves are brown by the stem, some are brown on the tips, some of the leaves are completely brown and fall off, some are brown and still stay on her, the small leaves, the big leaves, even some are brown even on the new leaves and new stem shoots. She is even growing many new shoots, but those are even getting brown on the tips. She is starting to lose so much that it looks like she has bald patches which is so sad because just two weeks ago she was so full and beautiful. Apart from the brown, her leaves are the most vibrant glorious green shade ever. When I first received her in the mail approximately 3 weeks ago, she was very dry and with yellow leaves. I watered her deeply and she recovered in 2 days and she was so green and beautiful. After she recovered, I decided to repot her in a slightly bigger pot, and She stayed absolutely gorgeous for a week or so and then she started browning and losing leaves like crazy. I at first read that they don't like constantly fluctuations in temperatures which I had her in my bedroom far from a southern facing window, about 5 feet, and an air conditioner. Upon reading this, I moved her to the spot I mentioned above beside the eastern window. I even removed all her brown leaves just yesterday in the afternoon at around 3 o clock because I read online that there was a chance it could be a fungus and to treat it you need to remove all the leaves. Much to my dismay, I was heart broken to see that same evening, yesterday at 7 o clock, she already started to brown again on some of the tips. I don't know why she is browning and I need help desperately please. Is it she could be doing this from winter, and even though I keep her inside she can still detect winter right? are all Satsuki Azaleas evergreen, or do they also drop leaves no matter what? would she do this even in a warm room? Am I worrying too much and I don't need to worry about it or is it serious? Please help. Thank you so much for the help, I desperately need it and the last thing I want is to lose her. I know you are good at replying and I know you are good with azaleas, so as nicely as possible I really need your help and any advice you can give. Thank you
Hi Kamberly, Apologies because it appears that I did not see your question. How is you azalea doing? Just a question: When you repotted it, did you use acidic soil? Azaleas require special soil with more acidity. It looks like you tried addressing other possible reasons but still had loss of leaves and brown leaves. How is your azalea doing now?
8 month later ... I still love your vids ! Thank you again
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You too. Thank you very much.
Probably you can make a video with plumeria plants some day. Would also be soo great...
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I got one of these my question I did what you showed removed wrapping submerged into water then put on peebles but I just recieved it but you can lift it out of the container it has beautiful blooms does it need to be repotted???
Thanks for watching. A plant like this can stay in the container for a while. IF you want to repot it wait until the flowers have faded.
Only reason I ask is that you can lift the tree straight out from the pot will that still be ok until it stops flowering thank you for all your help ❤️
Hey thanks for sharing this video, I bought this plant for my north side patio but now I'm skeptical of putting it outsides, I receive zero direct light and temperatures are gonna vary from 50-75. But I really wanna place this in my patio 😇 what do you suggest.
Thanks for watching! I suggest you to keep it in its pot. No sand? No problem! Azaleas are shade plants and in the outdoors they bloom during the cool season. I would not expect any problems.
This video is just what I was looking for. The only question I had is that my Azalea is white and the petals are turning brown. Does that mean it’s dying or done blooming and will be falling off soon?
Hi Elaina, Your azalea might have a pest problem or "petal blight". I will give you a link with more information so you can figure out the problem.
www.azaleas.org/problems/
So nice
Thanks for watching and commenting, Biswajit.
Very well explained mam 👌👍 seems that you love Gardening and PLANTS ❤️
Hi! Thank you for watching and sharing your feedback!
Omg, you are the best. You introduced all the very important information like soil and fertilizers. You also saved my gardenia!
Hi Connie, Thanks for watching and sharing your feedback. I am happy you found my video helpful! You can also subscribe to my other channel which has much more videos at "Edenmakers by Shirley Bovshow".
Shirley can you please tell me if I should and if so how to deadhead the blooms of my Azalea as they take an awfully long time to dry up and drop off the plant
Also should I keep the plant on the gravel tray in the summer months or should I put it outside until autumn. I'm in the UK
Hi! Yes deadheading, or removing spent blooms, can help improve the appearance of your azalea and encourage new growth. The best time to deadhead azaleas is right after they finish blooming in the spring. Using your fingers or pruners, carefully pinch or cut off the faded flowers just above the first set of healthy leaves or buds. Make sure not to damage the surrounding healthy foliage. Azaleas often produce clusters of flowers. Instead of deadheading the entire cluster, focus on the individual spent flowers within the cluster. If your azalea has developed seed pods after blooming, it's advisable to remove them as well. This prevents the plant from directing energy into seed production.
Azaleas generally prefer being outdoors, as they thrive in natural light and air circulation. Placing your azalea outside during the summer months can be beneficial for its overall health,
Thank you for the wonderful video. I do think they are fussy plants though. I think i did everything right this time but my azalea dropped all of it's leaves for the second time 😭 is there any hope at all or is it a goner? The roots looked fine when I replanted it and the brances had green on the inside. But I am not sure if they ever survive this. It's been a few weeks already and it's not changing.
Hi SingingCrowie! Azaleas are either evergreen or deciduous. Deciduous azaleas drop all of their leaves in the fall. In dry weather, they may drop their leaves earlier than usual. Their leaves then grow back in the spring so wait and see how it does. Just give it the proper care and conditions it needs.
@@FoodieGardenerDiabetes thank you so much, you are so kind to reply to all the comments. Your reply made my day! I will stay hopeful because last azalea I had to throw out since everybody said there is no hope if it drops the leaves. But, I will take care of this one and wait and see because I would love to keep these beautiful plants at home.
I've had a "rescue" azalea for 10 years now, and the cuttings that I made keep struggling along, but I knew I wasn't treating them right! Thanks so much for this. They're in bloom now and their gorgeous flowers make a Maine winter easier to deal with. I'll pot them up correctly come spring.
Excellent! I wish you best luck with your Azalea!
Can you grow an outdoor azalea indoors? Lol i just bought 2 gorgeous babies one is night lights its purple and the other is a lovely yellow.
Hi Megan, Yes, but to grow indoors it needs to be a greenhouse azalea, not hardy azaleas, which are only grown outdoors. I will give you a link with how to determine if yours is the type to grow indoors:
homeguides.sfgate.com/azalea-plants-indoors-outdoors-39294.html
@@FoodieGardenerDiabetes its definitely an outdoor one but thats ok i will put them out front in my garden. I will look for a florist version for inside. My town is small im not sure if ill find one here. Must wait until covid is done to go shopping. Thanks so much 💕
Thanks for sharing. Simple yet very informative & interesting presentation. Just what I needed to hear and learn from an expert like you!
Hi Maribelle, thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. I am so happy you found my video helpful.
I have azeliya and camelia plants, but there is no growth and no flowering. Kindly share some tips for flowering
Hi, the most common reason why at azaleas won’t bloom is inappropriate pruning. Here is a link with more info for you: plantaddicts.com/azaleas-not-blooming/
Here is a link with more info on camellias:
www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/camellia/camellias-wont-bloom.htm
Wow this was so informative! I just received one for Mother’s Day ☺️ it’s my first ever Mother’s Day gift so it already means so much to me. Thing is it arrived with about 30 flowers in bloom... all looking like they’ve been scorched by the sun. The plant looks very unhappy. I’m hoping to save it. Top soil feels moist but I’m glad you pointed out that trick. Hopefully I can save it! Thanks so much!
Congratulations on your first Mother's Day! Please keep me posted on your plant's progress!
I was gifted one of these and I thought I was doing well, but it is now looking sad. The leaves and buds are turned down. I have it in doors. The leaves have not dried and turned colors yet, they are just droopy.
What can I do to revive? I have it in the same planter it came in with the wrapper around it. Should I just submerge it more often? More sun?
Hi, For starters, remove the outer plastic wrap and give it a good dip in water. Make sure it drains really well for awhile. Without seeing your plant it is impossible for me to diagnose the problem. It could be heat or sun stress, pest infestation, or a fungal disease. Here is a link with more info:www.wilsonbrosgardens.com/how-to-stop-leaves-from-wilting-on-azaleas.html
Hello di you have any videos about Hydrangeas. I absolutely love this beautiful plant but I struggle with this in my house.
Yes I do! Thank you for asking. Here you go it is on my other RUclips channel. I invite you to subscribe. We answer every single gardening question!
HYDRANGEA CARE: Love Blue Hydrangeas? How to Change Pink Hydrangea Flowers to Blue! Shirley Bovshow
ruclips.net/video/jkhe7q51PYM/видео.html
So my plant is looking good except all the flowers are now brown and dead. Is that a normal part of the cycle? Is there anything I need to do at this point?
Hi Jessica, Thanks for watching! Your blooms turning brown and dying could be from a pest or disease. Take a look at this link for some suggestions:
www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/azalea/brown-azalea-blossoms.htm
I live in California and I just bought some azaleas that are in bloom about the same size of the Azalea all the way on the right, how much sun should I provide the azalea
Hi Daniel, Thanks for watching! Azaleas do well in full sun or part shade (about four hours of sun). Planted in full sun, azaleas will be more compact and floriferous. When planted in part shade, they will stretch toward the sunlight and form a more graceful habit; flowers will not be as plentiful but will last longer. Hope that answers your question!
What beautiful flowers ! I yearn to grow flowers indoors..I think we can get them online in India too...now I'll try to grow Azealias indoors...thanks for sharing excellent tips
My pleasure, Neelam! Please see my active RUclips channel and facebook page for more videos and tips at "Edenmakers by Shirley Bovshow". I appreciate you sharing your feedback with me.
How big do these get? What's their max height? I just bought one and it didn't have any information on it.
Florist azaleas in pots are limited in how large they can grow as well as the rate of growth. Average 2’ x 2’ in a container. In the ground double that size. I’m referring to florist azaleas. Landscape azaleas can grow much larger
Hi I have a question, I just got a azalea tree can repot with Miracle Grow trees and shrub soil?
Hi Thanks for your question. If the Miracle Grow soil has an acidic PH then you can use it. Otherwise, plant your azalea with a acidic potting soil made for plants such as gardenias, azaleas, and hydrangeas.
What is the ingredients in what is the soil of azelia plant
Hi Dinesh, Azaleas do well in moist, acid (pH 5.5 or so), well-drained soil with lots of organic matter, such as peat, compost, chopped leaves, or ground bark. They won't grow in heavy clay, pure sand, or alkaline soil. If your existing soil is too bad to fix, plant azaleas in raised beds or containers. Hope that helps!
@@FoodieGardenerDiabetes 🙏🌹thanks 🌹🙏
I used this plant as the topper for burying my Guinea pig in this gorgeous pot I found. It’s so beautiful 😍
Sorry for your loss. I hope the beauty of the azalea comforts you.
I planted mine outside and I live in San Francisco ....hope it doesn't die.
What about pruning? when and how?
Hi Brandon, Thanks for watching. You can prune your azalea soon after it blooms in the spring or early summer. The perfect time is when spent flowers begin to discolor and shrivel. This promotes vigorous new growth. I will give you a link with instructions on how to prune your azalea:
www.wilsonbrosgardens.com/how-to-prune-azaleas.html
@@FoodieGardenerDiabetes awesome, thank you for the quick reply! Cheers
It rained heavily some days back and all the azalea leaves have fallen off , is it dead or should i have some hopes 😭. The branches are kinda brown 😭
Hi Tiasen, Thanks for watching. If it normally rains in your area then your azaleas must be used to going through this type of damage and recovering. This is especially true if they’ve been in the ground for some time.
If the stems are brown through and through It might be dead. My suggestion is to continue caring for it as if it were healthy and wait a few months to see if any greenery emerges.
Thank you so much for replying ❤️
@@tiasenimchen6608 My pleasure!
Can I use a wick like an african violet? Will be out for 3 weeks and I do notice that it needs to be watered 1/a week. I figured this way, soil stays moist. Pls advise
Hi! Yes you can use a wick provided it draws enough water to keep your plant moist. Before you leave on vacation give your plant a thorough watering. Set the pot on a saucer filled with pebbles and water. You can also have a wick in place. Good luck!
@@FoodieGardenerDiabetes Thank you
Hi can you tell me why my florist Azalea tree's blooms have brown around the edges?? Thank you in advance.
Brown edges on Azalea tree blooms can be attributed to several factors. Usually its due to watering Issues. Azaleas prefer consistently moist, well-draining soil. If the soil becomes too dry, the edges of the blooms may turn brown. Ensure that the soil is kept consistently moist but not waterlogged.
On the flip side, overwatering can lead to root rot, which may cause browning of the flower edges. Make sure the soil allows excess water to drain away, and adjust your watering practices accordingly.
@@FoodieGardenerDiabetes Thank you!!!
Thank you so much!! Also my soils PH is 6 should it be lower?
Thank you for the tips! I have very similar azalea tree growing indoors, it just finished blooming. Do I need to cut off dead flowers or the plant will clean itself? 🌸
Hi Agne, it depends on the type of Azalea. Here is a link to give you further information on deadheading your Azalea. I hope it answers your question: homeguides.sfgate.com/deadhead-azaleas-80556.html
Nice informative video
Thanks for watching and sharing your feedback!
WOW! Thank you so much for the advice. I am a plant mother and I love to take care of many plants. I got a cute little Azalea bonsai the other day as a gift and I have been researching on how to take good care of her. Thank you so much for your advice, she is doing very well thanks to your tips! Thank you!
That is the best news I can hear! Thanks for watching and sharing your valuable feedback!
How do you know if the azalea is too big for its pot. Not sure how big they are supposed to get
Hi solarlola, Thanks for watching! As a general rule, a pot that is 16 inches in diameter is the ideal size for growing azaleas. This ensures the pot contains enough soil for insulation in the winter and holds enough moisture for the shallow roots.
Flowering azalea: they look amazing they can grown like a lush cave
Me: I think we get a new job for a youtuber
Hi, Thanks for watching and sharing your feedback!
I know I'm 3 years too late but i need your help. I have one of the pink Azaleas, identical with the biggest one in the video(the one still in gift paper from the shop). What type is that Azalea? How is it called? And also...i can't have it indoors because it's toxic for my cat. Where should i keep it outdoors? In sun or shade? How do i keep moisture around it? Sometimes it's hot and dry outside, but not all the time as I live in England, but summers seem hotter than usual.
Hi Marina, I am not certain exactly the scientific name because this was a while ago. However, it is an ornamental azalea topiary tree that is from a greenhouse, not a hardy one meant for outside. Unlike outdoor azaleas and rhododendrons, indoor azaleas are not frost hardy and are therefore not suitable, in frost-prone areas, for permanently planting in the garden when their period of flower is over. But you can take your potted azalea outdoors during appropriate weather. They like partial shade with about 4 hours of sun. Keep it uniformly moist so the roots don't dry out, but azaleas can't tolerate soggy soil.
Sending u my KISS... and lots of rainy water...
Hi Maggie, Thank you for watching and for your positive feedback!
Wow I didn't know it needed this much water!
Hi Natalie, Thanks for watching. Yes, azaleas are shallow-rooted plants and need to be kept moist, but are unable to tolerate soggy soil. So make sure it drains well. Happy you found my video helpful.
Mam
It is a shaded plant
Hi Hadi Ek, Thanks for watching! Azaleas do well in full sun or part shade. They need about four hours of sun a day.
@@FoodieGardenerDiabetes thank you mam
Shirley is even prettier than the azaleas
Thank you for watching and sharing your kind comment!
Azaleas, Camillia, Rhododendrons, Gardenias they all required Erecacious compost for planting and re-potting. Watching from England U.K.
Thanks for watching and commenting, Haydee!
Have exact plant like in the video. Offshoots growing on top of the trunk. When do you recommend I propagate them? How do I remove them? Thank you
Hi! Thanks for watching. I will give you a reputable link with some good instructions that should be helpful:
www.azaleas.org/propagation-2/
You were so informative and bubbled with enthusiasm which managed to transfer from the screen to us!! I’m in the U.K., and just received a beautiful Azalea for my birthday, the pink one. I just gave it a dribble of water at the top as I didn’t want to drown /rot/ and kill it! But your easy to understand instructions made everything so much easier and now I will try and take care your way. Incidentally,over here they are trying to dissuade people from buying peat based compost because the peat supply has been abused and over done, so they are using an alternative but I have no idea what it is. Are you able to advise please? From over the pond! Grateful thanks, Helen 🙋♀️💐😘
Hi Helen, So happy you found my video helpful! The best alternative to peat moss is coco coir. I have some on my Amazon store if you want to take a look:
www.amazon.com/shop/edenmakers?listId=27ENZKJX1C5IC&ref=idea_share_inf
Hi! I got my Azalea about 2 months ago and I think I'm killing the poor plant. I changed her pot before her flowers had fully blossomed but with that special soil. It's been a while since her leaves started going dry as well as the small buds. She has only two flowers now. Am I over watering her or am I not watering her enough?
Hi Maria, Thanks for watching! Are you asking about your azalea not blooming? In regard to watering, there is a delicate balance to maintain. Azaleas can't be allowed to dry out. But they do not like "wet feet" either. I will give you a link with more information to help you troubleshoot the problem. Please let me know if you have any more questions.
www.gardenerreport.com/7-reasons-why-your-azaleas-are-not-blooming/
Azalea, my daughter's name. Wish i have this flower (my garden)😍
Hi and thanks for watching! Thats a beautiful name!
Thank you
Yay! So happy I found your video I mean you was the first one that popped up LOL! My godson gave me a white blooming Azalea yesterday for my birthday. I thought I needed to plant it outside it looks like it's going to get huge LOL but I'm guessing they don't really get too big either way it's such a beautiful plant and I can't wait to watch it grow and he is so cute he picked out one that only had buds because he wanted me to watch them open and Bloom. I'm so excited and I hope I don't let him down. He also named it Hamilton LOL
Hi! Thanks for watching and commenting. I love that you named your plant! Great name! Best of luck and let me know if you have any questions!
I've had an azalea tree for several months. It is outdoors now in the shade, doing fine and still blooming (Southern California Coast). I know it was forced into the tree shape but is now looking like it wants to grow freely. How can I keep it in the tree shape or if not, can I plant it deep to cover up that entwined "trunk" and let it become a bush?
Hi Fran, You can keep it in the tree shape by just pruning the wayward stems. You may have to stay after it but if you like the shape it is worth it!
Good Information I just got one I don't know if it's indoor or out
Hi Neil, Thanks for watching. Take a look at this article for how to tell if your azalea is an indoor or outdoor plant:www.gardenguides.com/114882-evergreen-dwarf-azaleas.html
Sorrry I misread your question. This is Shirley of Garden Center TV. If your azalea came from an indoor florist, (market or florist shop) it is an azalea that was cultivated for indoors. Sometimes these indoor azaleas (which can be transitioned to outdoors) have decorative foil wrap. An outdoor azalea is usually in a black plastic container and seems heavier than florist azaleas. If you want to transition a florist azalea outdoors, keep it as a potted plant rather than planting in the soil.
I just got this plant as a Christmas gift for my elderly aunt. What alternative soil should I use for re potting since I couldn't find this kind of special soil around my area.
Hi Lynn, Azaleas do well in moist, acid (pH 5.5 or so), well-drained soil with lots of organic matter, such as peat, compost, chopped leaves, or ground bark. They won't grow in heavy clay, pure sand, or alkaline soil. Hope that helps!
Thank you sooo much for this video!!!!
thank you for watching.!!
I'm confused please help
Hi David, Thanks for watching. If you have a question I am happy to help.
Beautiful
Hi Current Assam, Thanks for watching and sharing your feedback. Appreciate it!
I wish I would have watched this before I purchased two Azaleas, I live in a campground in Florida and thought “oh those would look nice in front of my camper” so can they survive Florida temperature if kept outside? Because we have no room inside there good size plants. Also we live in central Florida how would we care for them once it gets cold?
Hi Jason, It depends the type of azalea you purchased. If it was outside when you purchased it, then it is likely a hardy azalea suited to outdoors. If you purchased it indoors (usually wrapped in pretty foil paper) then it is an indoor azalea plant. Most hardy azaleas will do ok in zones 5-9 so yours might be fine outdoors in Florida. They are hardy to minus 40 degrees F. so yours should be ok.
@@FoodieGardenerDiabetes thank you for the responding. They were outside when we purchased them, and it seems they only need 6-8 hours of sunlight each day. Awesome
I’m not caring for an Azalea plant, but they’re my favourite. May I ask if they’re poisonous? i’ve always seen that when trying to research. Touching, smelling; is any of that toxic in some way?
Hi Emily, Thanks for watching. Azalea is highly toxic to dogs, cats, chickens, livestock, and all pets. Even a very small amount of ingestion can be very harmful to your pet. They are toxic for humans and children also. The toxins are even present in honey made with the nectar of azalea flowers. If you have azaleas in your landscape, protect them from young children and grazing animals by planting them out of reach or within the boundaries of a fence.
@@FoodieGardenerDiabetes Thank you so much! :)
Hi! I just got a big azalea with at looks like the big pink one and can you emerge it in water like the little ones every week?
Hi Olivia, Yes, you can do that if it needs a good soaking. Just get a large tub to place it into a couple inches of water, let it sit awhile to absorb the moisture, then drain well.
How often should they be watered like this?
Hi Audrey, Thanks for watching. Azaleas prefer consistently moist but well-draining soil. The soil should not be waterlogged or allowed to dry out completely. Check the soil moisture regularly by inserting your finger into the soil up to an inch deep. If it feels dry at this depth, it's time to water.
Question it is normal to shed leaves daily?
Azaleas will shed leaves daily under changing conditions. If temperature, humidity, watering or light exposure changes significantly, the azalea will have a transition period and may drop leaves
I have had mine about to months. Any idea why my tree is losing all its blooms in last two days? I water it just as you instructed and the temp. Is always in the 60’s? Thanks for any advice.
Hi Greg. Thanks for your questionl. I have some for you before I can guess what the problem is. Is your azalea an "florist" azalea or a "landscape azalea?" Florist azaleas are usually sold at markets or florist shops in full bloom with a decorative foil wrap around the plastic grow container. Landscape azaleas are sold in garden centers and are meant to be planted in the ground.
Either way, if you bought your azalea in full bloom, it isn't unusual for the blooms to start falling around the same time. Blooms do not last forever on an azalea plant. Health should be gauged on the condition of the leaves rather than flowers in your case.
Perhaps the flowers are old? Sometimes flowers open at the same time and fall at the same time
Awesome video. Exactly the info I was looking for.
Thanks for watching! Happy you found it helpful!
Hi there! Tnx you for doing great job. And i have some questions plz.... I bought the Azalea other day from Garden center, where it was kept outdoor and it's in full foliage now with no bud or flower. So my question is should I keep it inside in north facing window? Does it need sunshine? Plz answer!!!!Tnx in advance!!!!
And forgot to mention this Azalea is from UK so i would get the clear advice. Tnx! :)
Hi, Sophielicious, Thanks for watching! In regards to your new Azalea and caring for it indoors, you are looking for greenhouse azaleas, not hardy azaleas, which are only grown outdoors. So it depends on what kind of Azalea. If it was outside it was likely a "hardy Azalea". I will give you a link with some good info on that.
www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/azalea/growing-azalea-houseplants.htm
@@FoodieGardenerDiabetes Tnx for the kind information and prompt reply.
Whats the worth of a 30 year old christmas cheer?
Hi, Thanks for watching, but I am not clear on your question.
I have a 30 year old azalea and just wonder what it could be worth. I want to sell it.
I can’t assess the value. Sorry
Thank you 😊 great presentation.
my azalea is exactly like the one in your video the big tall dark pink bloomed one, should I enlarge the pot in order for it to grow more ?
Hi Sousan and thanks for watching!
Every two years, either in spring or after flowering, you should re-pot your azalea. Also, you can remove the plant from the pot every six months and examine the roots. Re-pot when the fine roots at the bottom of the pot begin circling the pot.
@@FoodieGardenerDiabetes thank you for these details 👍
Hi again, its the end of March here in Arizona and my potted indoor florist azalea is done blooming, can u tell me how to care for it now so maybe it will bloom again.....
Hi Judy, Here is a bit lengthy instructions but hopefully it will answer your question.
After the flowering period is over, you can prune your azalea to maintain its shape and encourage new growth. Trim back any dead or leggy branches to promote bushiness.
Azaleas thrive in bright, indirect light. Place your plant near a window where it can receive plenty of natural light, but avoid direct sunlight, especially during the hotter parts of the day.
They prefer cooler temperatures, ideally between 60-75°F. Avoid placing your plant near heaters or air conditioning vents, as extreme temperature fluctuations can stress the plant.
Keep the soil evenly moist, but not waterlogged. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly between waterings, then water thoroughly until the excess water drains out from the bottom of the pot. Avoid letting the soil dry out completely, as this can cause stress to the plant.
Azaleas prefer high humidity. You can increase humidity around your plant by placing it on a humidity tray filled with pebbles and water, or by using a room humidifier.
Feed your azalea with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer formulated for acid-loving plants. Fertilize every 2-4 weeks during the growing season (spring through fall), following the instructions on the fertilizer package.
Azaleas may enter a period of dormancy after blooming. During this time, growth may slow down, and the plant may shed some leaves. Continue to care for your azalea as usual, providing it with the proper light, water, and temperature conditions.
I just got a azalea tree like the one you have their but I have a question.. what time of water do I but on it, because my water has salt and it's kinda slimy on the body wen taken a shower. Do I just use bottle of water?
Hi JocelynEF2011- You can used bottled distilled water.
hi there!! love your video, it was very helpful! i do have 1 question. when i bought mine for valentine’s day, the tag said to cut/remove wilting blooms. i’m just wondering if this is true or false? and if it’s true, how should i go about cutting these wilted flowers off?? do i cut at the bottom of the flower? thanks for any help, look forward to your response
Hi, Rachel! Thanks for watching and sharing your feedback. Yes that is true, you can prune your azalea soon after it blooms in the spring or early summer. The perfect time is when spent flowers begin to discolor and shrivel. This promotes vigorous new growth. Here is a link with more info:
www.guide-to-houseplants.com/azalea-care.html#:~:text=Prune%20your%20plant.&text=Don't%20be%20afraid%20to,is%20attached%20to%20the%20stem).
@@FoodieGardenerDiabetes ahhh!!! thank you so much, you’re the best!!!
@@rachelcaitlin3459 Thanks again!
Thank you!
You're welcome! Thanks for watching!
How often do we water the flower? My azelea is not that healthy
Hi Pemmichon, They're shallow-rooted plants and need to be kept uniformly moist so the roots don't dry out. Azaleas can't tolerate soggy soil. Water established plants with 1 inch of water every 10 to 14 days during dry periods. Hope that helps!
Thank you Garden Centre tv 😊😁
I have been keeping mine this week in the kitchen under the light above the stove during the day.I plan to put it outside in a large pot.Will it be ok.?
Hi and thanks for watching! Moving your azalea outside into a large pot can be a good idea, but you'll want to ensure it's placed in a spot where it can receive filtered sunlight or partial shade. It is important to gradually introduce your azalea to outdoor conditions to prevent shock.
So it is not for 80 degrees up? I see people in the heat zone, they are growing encore azaleas in the sun, they are full of blooms
Hi and thanks for watching! Yes extreme heat can be a concern for azaleas, especially if they are exposed to direct sunlight in hot climates. Prolonged exposure to temperatures above 90 degrees Fahrenheit can stress azaleas and lead to leaf scorch, wilting, or even death if not adequately watered and protected. In summary, azaleas prefer moderate temperatures.
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Hi Dinesh, try to check with your local garden center. Thanks for watching my video and commenting.
Loved your video! I watched it because I just got a japonese azalea and some of the leafs and flowers are a little brown and I don't know if it is because I have it too much water or too little...I just did the soaking method that you showed but no bubbles came out. Does that mean that my azalea is now sitting in soggy soil? Maybe I messed up. Are there any tell tale signs that I can be on the lookout from too much/too little watering for azaleas? Thank you!
Hi, Filipa, thanks for watching and congrats on your new azalea. No bubbles coming out means that you did the dunk successfully. But make sure you let it drain out thoroughly. Don't let it dry out, keep it moist but not soggy. Watering is your biggest concern with Azaleas. Don't over water means no drenched or soggy soil, let it drain well. Don't under water means that you don't let it dry out, keep it moist. Hope that helps!
Another tip: Make sure you take the pretty outside wrapping off the pot (if there is one) because the plant will not do well with it on. It needs to drain and have air flow.
@@FoodieGardenerDiabetes thank you for replying! I does not have any wrapping, it only came in the plastic pot :)
@@poopa9241 Your welcome. Sounds like you are on the right track with your azalea.
So helpful! Thank you!!!
My pleasure! I am very happy you found my video helpful! Thanks for watching.
Hi there. Thanks for this video. I gifted myself with a small keepsake azalea at the beginning of January and not 6 weeks later all the flowers were gone and the leaves dried off. I love in Miami and I keep it indoors with AC running most of the day around 71 degrees. I have it on top of a little pebble tray and I repotted when the blooms fell off using a mix of miracle grow and peat. I keep it watered but no new leaves have come out. It’s just bare branches. I’ve read online to water azaleas with a mix of 1 teaspoon vinegar to 1 gallon. I wonder if my azalea will ever come back and I wonder if I should use that vinegar mix to water the azalea. You don’t mention it in your video. Should I try to fertilize it now?
Hi Clarivel, Thanks for watching. Did you know that your azalea needs acidic soil? Did you plant it in acidic soil? If not, I encourage you to repot it again with a soil that is acidic. You can buy some soil made just for azaleas at your local garden center.
@@FoodieGardenerDiabetes thank you. I looked high and low for a specific acidic soil but never found anything. I mixed regular soil with peat when I did the repotting. Maybe I can add more peat to the mix to raise the proportion. I tried to look at EB stone but they don’t supply to Florida
@@clari1125 Here is a link with a few suggestions to acidify your soil for your azalea:
www.thespruce.com/methods-to-make-soil-more-acidic-3269735
@@FoodieGardenerDiabetes Thank you!
Very helpful! I receive a large one as a gift a month ago. My question is about deadheading the flowers once they fade. Do you snip them all the way to the bottom, or just pull them off? Thanks.
Hi @Justme. Azaleas don't need to be "dead headed" but they look a lot cleaner when you remove spent flowers!
@@FoodieGardenerDiabetes Thanks. What is the best way to remove them? Pinch them off? Cut off?
@@Justmefornow pinch them off. they usually don't need more effort than that!
@@Justmefornow You can remove the spent flowers by just pinching them off! good luck
Love your video!💗
Thank you!!
thanks mam,please i need to azelias fertilizer
My pleasure, Sangita, I encourage you to check with your local garden center. You can look for a fertilizer specially for Azaleas or select a general, balanced fertilizer such as 15-15-15.
Love LOVED the tips about watering!!!
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Thank you for this information
My pleasure. Are you growing azaleas now?
That's bad advice. Two azaleas died after this procedure.
Sorry to hear that. I still stand by my instructions. I’ve been taking care of plants for over 20 years as a professional and I have to guarantee my plants with my clients. So these are steps that work
Hard to say what was wrong with your plants.
@@FoodieGardenerDiabetes I had two azaleas, one white and the other red. Before that, I poured a glass of water every day. Azaleas had beautiful flowers. According to your instructions, I immersed them in water for a few minutes and then put them in an ornamental flowerpot to dry. The next day brown spots appeared on the flowers and on the third day the flowers dried up completely. The leaves began to sag and gradually fell off. I tried to push into a new substrate for Rodedondrody and Azalka but it didn't help. Both azaleas perished. What I did wrong.
Can the tree be planted in a pot outdoors?
Yes, azalea trees can be planted in pots outdoors. Azaleas are versatile plants that can thrive in containers as long as their specific needs are met. Here are a few considerations:
Container Size: Choose a pot that is large enough to accommodate the root system of the azalea and allow room for growth. A diameter of at least 18 inches is recommended for a single azalea tree.
Drainage: Ensure the pot has adequate drainage holes to prevent waterlogging, which can lead to root rot. Use a well-draining potting mix specifically formulated for acid-loving plants like azaleas.
Sunlight: Azaleas prefer partial shade to full shade, especially in hotter climates. Place the potted azalea in a location where it will receive filtered sunlight or dappled shade.
Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch, and adjust the frequency based on environmental conditions.
Fertilization: Feed the azalea with a balanced fertilizer formulated for acid-loving plants, following the instructions on the product label. Apply fertilizer during the growing season, typically in spring and summer.
Winter Care: In colder climates, protect the potted azalea from freezing temperatures by moving it to a sheltered location or insulating the pot. Mulching around the base of the plant can also help conserve soil warmth.
Pruning: Regularly prune the azalea to maintain its shape and encourage healthy growth. Pruning can be done after flowering to remove spent blooms and shape the plant as desired.
I put my azalea in our basement, cause it cold there
Thanks for watching and commenting, Maria, enjoy your Azalea!
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I really enjoyed how she explained it all. I totally laughed out loud at the end. "Give it a little kiss." First time I've heard that.
Hi Nicole, I am happy you found my video helpful and got a good laugh too! Thanks for watching!
Thank You!❤
Thanks for watching Christine!
How get its cutting
Hi Indrasen, I will send you over a link with lots of instructions on propagating your Azalea. Please let me know if you have any further questions. www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/azalea/propagating-azalea-cuttings.htm
Mam I like it
So glad you enjoyed my video. Thanks for watching!
Nice and beautiful
Thank you for watching and commenting on my video, Sarfraz :-)
@@FoodieGardenerDiabetes my pleasure
My pleasure! Best of luck with your Azaleas!
nice video....you are so sweet ....
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Thank you. I am at EdenMakers RUclips channel.
I am glad I read your comment, subscribed your "new" channel
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Thanks Ashwal! Have a great day!
I just bought one thank you for the info
Hi Debra, Thanks for watching and happy to hear you found my video helpful. Enjoy your Azalea!