Azalea x 'Kaempo' (Kaempferi x Satsuki hybrid)

Azalea hybrid x 'Kaempo'

Categories: Shrub

Large eye catching hot pink blooms emerge in later spring.  This slow growing dwarf has nice dark green leaves throughout the summer.  Ideal for foundation, mass planting or as a border for gardens or sidewalks.

We offer Kaempo 15" to 18" in a 5 gallon container.


More About Azalea hybrid x 'Kaempo'

  • Showy hot pink flower late in season.
  • Slow growing make it maintanence free.
  • Excellent foundation plant or border azalea.

Interesting Notes:

Native of Japan, satsuki means fifth month the basic flowering period for most of this variety.  Dwarf and low spreading evergreen with large flowers appear mid to late May into June. 


Growing and Maintenance Tips

Planting: Azaleas prefer partial shade or dappled sun with well-drained, acidic soil. Avoid planting in hot, dry locations with direct afternoon sun or reflected sunlight.  For a formal sheared hedge planting 2 to 3 feet apart is recommended. Click on the "About Us" tab to find planting instructions.

Watering: Avoid over or under watering

Fertilizing: In the spring after the last frost, fertilize with a well-balanced, slow-release fertilizer for acid loving plants.

Pruning: After the flowers finish blooming, you can remove the dead flowers and seed heads and trim the plant.  Avoid trimming after July 1 because it will remove flower buds that would bloom the folowing season. Trimming anywhere along the stem can encourage new growth.


Height:

2 Feet

Spread:

2 Feet

Spacing:

2-3 Feet

Hardiness Zone:

6/7-8

Azalea hybrid x 'Kaempo' Characteristics

Exposure

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Sun

Soil Moisture

  • Average Water

Attributes

  • Low Maintenance
  • Mass Planting
  • Border or Bed
  • Evergreen

Habit

  • Mounding

Season of Interest (Flowering)

  • Spring

Season of Interest (Foliage)

  • Winter

Genus Overview: Azalea

Common Name: Azalea

The Azalea is among the showiest of all shrubs when in flower. Being evergreen to semi-evergreen it gives your garden a well finished appearance even in winter. The azalea is a member of the rhododendron family and requires basically the same care as the rhododendron. They begin blooming from mid-March to early May and are prized for their vibrant colors and fine textured foliage. Azaleas can be planted in full sun or partial shade; however, it is best not to plant them where temperatures get too hot. This versatile shrub can be used in many aspects of the landscape. All require slightly acid loamy soil with adequate drainage. When planting be sure to plant 1/2” above the ground level, amend the soil only when necessary and mulched to help retain water and insure their survival. Growth habit varies from 2’ to 8’ with equal spread depending on the variety.