Name: Azalea mollis 'Girard's Crimson'
Brand: Pépinière.ca
Availability: OutOfStock

Latin name

Azalea mollis 'Girard's Crimson'

Common name

Azalea mollis 'Girard's Crimson'

Type

Shrub

Family

Ericaceae

Azalea mollis 'Girard's Crimson' is a vibrant deciduous azalea, producing a dense spring bloom of bright red, almost scarlet, flowers that instantly captivate the eye. Compact and well-branched, it forms a balanced shrub, ideal for flowering hedges, partial shade beds, or contrasting compositions. Cold-hardy and easy to maintain, it thrives in slightly acidic soils. Its autumn foliage turns red and orange. 'Girard's Crimson' is an excellent option for introducing lasting color intensity to the garden.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone

Zone 5

Exposure

Partial shade

Watering

Regular watering

Fertilization

Acidophilus fertilizer in spring. Myke not recommended – use Bionik rooting agent or ground bone meal.

Soil type

Acidic, rich, fresh and well-drained

Minimum temperature

'-28°C

Blooming period

Spring

Flower color

Red

Fruiting

Rare fruits, of no decorative interest.

Foliage color

Green

Foliage type

Obsolete

Shape

Shrubby

Height

1 to 1.2 m (39 to 48 inches)

Width

1.2 m (4 feet)

Growth rate

average

Pets

Butterflies

The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.