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Girard's Hot Shot Azalea
Rhododendron
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- Exposure
- Partial shade
- Hardiness
- Zone 4-8
Discover the plant
Common nameAzalea 'Girard's Hot Shot'
FamilyHeath family
GenusRhododendron
CultivarGirard's Hot Shot
TypeOrnamental shrub
Botanical nameRhododendron
Azalea mollis 'Girard's Hot Shot', or Girard's Hot Shot mollis azalea, is a low-growing and vigorous shrub, known for its flamboyant orange-red spring blossoms, which form a vibrant carpet of color in partially shaded landscapes. Its dense, spreading habit, adorned with dark green foliage, creates a perfect backdrop to highlight the intensity of its flowers. Compact and easy to integrate, it is ideal for flower borders, partially shaded rockeries, or the front of beds. In autumn, its foliage turns deep red, enhancing its seasonal appeal. 'Girard's Hot Shot' is a perfect variety for those seeking vivid color, hardiness, and a contained size.
Soil and care
The right care,at the right time.
Minimum temperature
-34°C
Watering
Regular, in acidic, cool, and well-drained soil
Soil type
Acidic, humic, well-drained
Fertilization
Fertilizer for acid-loving plants in spring
Bloom and dimensions
Its place,in your garden.
Mature height
0.6 m (2 ft)
Width / spread
4 ft (1.2 m)
Flower color
Vivid orange-red
Foliage color
Dark green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Growth rate
Moderate
Growth habit
Sprawled, compact
Bloom period
Spring
Fruiting
Discrete brown capsules
Wildlife and pets
Life,around your plants.
Supporting wildlife
Yes
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