{"product_id":"rhododendron-blue-baron","title":"Rhododendron 'Blue Baron' - Azalea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌿 Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hardy evergreen shrub\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Azalea, Japanese Azalea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRhododendron 'Blue Baron'\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eViolet-blue flowers in dense, spectacular clusters\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.2 to 1.5 m (4 to 5 ft)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.0 to 1.3 m (3 to 4 ft)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHabit:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCompact, rounded, and very ornamental\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eApril to May (abundant and long-lasting bloom)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePartial shade to full shade\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eModerate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAcidic, well-drained, rich in organic matter\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eZones 4 to 9\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrought Tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eExcellent once established\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMelliferous Plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eYes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttracts Pollinators:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eYes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eToxicity to Animals:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eToxic if ingested\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e                                                                                                                                               _____________________\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✂️ Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter flowering, remove spent blooms to encourage denser branching and abundant flowering the following year. Apply a thick layer of organic mulch at the base to retain soil moisture and protect shallow roots. Water regularly during the first two years to develop a deep and robust root system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce established, Rhododendron 'Blue Baron' requires little maintenance and tolerates harsh winters well. Avoid calcareous soils and overly sunny exposures, which can damage the foliage. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain a compact and harmonious silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FleurExcel Inc.","offers":[{"title":"2g","offer_id":48265679995184,"sku":"","price":60.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0742\/4658\/6672\/files\/image-37.png?v=1714187777","url":"https:\/\/fleurexcel.com\/en\/products\/rhododendron-blue-baron","provider":"FleurExcel Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}