What are azaleas like?

1. Flowers: 2-3 rhododendrons are usually clustered at the top of branches, and the corolla is wide funnel-shaped. 2, leaves: Yingshanhong's branches and leaves are lush and oval. 3, habits: Yingshanhong likes a warm and humid growth environment. 4. Soil: Rhododendron should be cultivated in nutrient-rich soil.

Morphological characteristics of rhododendron 1

Rhododendron usually blooms in April-May in spring, with clusters at the top of branches and pedicels about 8 mm long. The corolla of Rhododendron is bright red and rose red, showing a wide funnel shape.

2. Blade

Rhododendron has many branches, with leaves concentrated at the top, about 3-5 cm long and oval or inverted oval in shape. Rhododendron leaves have serrated edges and are dark green in color.

3. Growing habits

Rhododendron likes to grow in warm and humid environment, and the optimum growth temperature is between 12-25 degrees Celsius. Rhododendrons like well-ventilated places, and most of them grow on trees or bushes.

4. Soil selection

Ardisia rhododendron is suitable for growth in slightly acidic soil. When breeding, it is best to choose sandy loam soil with rich humus content and strong air permeability, and add enough base fertilizer to the soil to provide nutrients for Ardisia rhododendron.