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japanese azaleas for sale

Discover the enchanting beauty of Japanese azaleas for sale at our New Zealand nursery. Japanese azaleas are renowned for their showy blooms, compact evergreen foliage, and the way they bring a touch of timeless elegance to any garden. Whether you are an experienced gardener or just starting your landscaping journey, these azaleas offer an easy-care, rewarding option that thrives in many New Zealand climates. Browse our curated selection of Japanese azaleas and find the perfect variety to brighten your borders, patios, or woodland plantings.

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Azalea indica

Azalea indica is a stunning evergreen shrub admired for its masses of vibrant blooms and compact growth habit. Flowering generously through spring, this popular azalea adds brilliant seasonal colour and year round structure to gardens throughout New Zealand.

From $32.95

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 1.50 m
Spread: 1.50 m
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Garden uses: Living areas, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Rock
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Azalea 'Dr Van Slyieken' (Azalea Dr Van Slyieken)

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Azalea Dr Van Slyieken is a stunning evergreen azalea admired for its masses of colourful blooms and compact rounded growth habit. Flowering generously through spring, this attractive shrub adds vibrant seasonal colour and year round structure to gardens throughout New Zealand.

From $18.95

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 1.20 m
Spread: 1.20 m
Flowering time: Spring, Winter
Garden uses: Containers, Living areas, Parks, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Rock
Azalea 'Asawa' white and purple flower.
Azalea 'Asawa'

Azalea 'Asawa' is a stunning evergreen azalea admired for its masses of vibrant flowers and compact growth habit. This attractive shrub produces an...

From$18.95
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Azalea 'Gardenia Supreme'

Azalea 'Gardenia Supreme' is a stunning evergreen azalea admired for its large elegant blooms and compact rounded growth habit. Flowering generously...

From$15.95
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Azalea 'Blue Danube'

Azalea 'Blue Danube' is a striking evergreen azalea admired for its masses of rich purple blue flowers and lush green foliage. This compact shrub...

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Azalea 'Brides Bouquet'

Azalea 'Brides Bouquet' is a beautiful evergreen azalea admired for its masses of elegant white flowers and lush green foliage. This graceful shrub...

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Azalea 'Happy Days'

Azalea 'Happy Days' is a delightful evergreen azalea that produces masses of bright pink flowers during spring. The vibrant blooms sit above glossy...

From$18.95
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Azalea 'Paradise Elfin'

Azalea 'Paradise Elfin' is a compact evergreen azalea prized for its masses of colourful blooms and tidy rounded growth habit. Flowering generously...

From$18.95
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Azalea 'Sadie Kirk'

Azalea 'Sadie Kirk' is a beautiful evergreen azalea admired for its masses of colourful blooms and compact rounded growth habit. Flowering generously...

From$15.95
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Azalea 'Kosmos'

Azalea 'Kosmos' is a stunning evergreen azalea admired for its vibrant pink flowers that appear in abundance during spring. The colourful blooms sit...

From$18.95
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Azalea 'Inga'

Azalea 'Inga' is a beautiful evergreen azalea that produces masses of bright pink flowers during spring. The vibrant blooms sit above glossy green...

From$18.95
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Azalea 'Luci'

Azalea 'Luci' is a delightful evergreen azalea known for its vibrant pink flowers that appear in abundance during spring. The colourful blooms sit...

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Azalea 'Fire Tower'

Azalea 'Fire Tower' is a vibrant evergreen azalea known for its brilliant red flowers that appear in abundance during spring. The vivid blooms...

From$32.95
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Azalea 'Charlie'

Azalea 'Charlie' is an attractive evergreen azalea that produces masses of bright flowers during spring, creating a colourful feature in New Zealand...

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Azalea 'Guanda Pink'

Azalea 'Guanda Pink' is a beautiful evergreen azalea prized for its soft pink flowers that appear in abundance during spring. The delicate blooms sit...

From$25.95
Acer 'Mikawa Yatsubusa' specimen tree with lush, green foliage.
Acer palmatum 'Mikawa Yatsubusa'

Acer palmatum 'Mikawa Yatsubusa' is a sought-after dwarf Japanese Maple prized for its dense, layered foliage and elegant form. Its small...

From$299.95
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Acer palmatum 'Senkaki'

Acer palmatum 'Senkaki', commonly known as the Coral Bark Japanese Maple, is a beautiful deciduous tree prized for its brilliant coral red branches...

From$199.95
Acer palmatum Hanami Nishiki tree with lush green foliage.
Acer palmatum 'Hanami Nishiki'

Acer palmatum 'Hanami Nishiki' is a beautiful Japanese Maple admired for its delicately variegated foliage that emerges with soft pink, cream, and...

From$399.95
Acer palmatum 'Crimson Princess' tree with fine green foliage tinged with purple.
Acer 'Crimson Princess'

Acer palmatum 'Crimson Princess' is a stunning Japanese maple known for its deeply cut, cascading burgundy foliage that intensifies through the...

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Acer palmatum 'Fjellheim'

Acer palmatum 'Fjellheim' is a compact Japanese Maple prized for its dense upright habit, fresh green foliage, and brilliant coral red stems that...

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Acer palmatum 'Crimson Queen' specimen tree with purple-red cascading foliage.
Acer palmatum 'Crimson Queen'

Acer palmatum 'Crimson Queen' is a highly admired weeping Japanese maple known for its finely dissected burgundy foliage that retains rich colour...

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Acer palmatum dissectum 'Tamukeyama'

Acer palmatum dissectum 'Tamukeyama' is one of the most admired Japanese Maples, prized for its finely dissected deep red foliage and graceful...

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Acer palmatum 'Crippsii' green foliage.
Acer palmatum 'Crippsii'

Acer palmatum 'Crippsii' is a refined Japanese maple valued for its deeply lobed foliage and elegant, compact growth habit. Its leaves emerge soft...

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Fatsia japonica

Fatsia japonica (Japanese Aralia) is a bold evergreen shrub known for its large, glossy leaves that bring a tropical feel to New Zealand gardens. It...

From$35.81
Acer 'Asahi Zuru' green and white variegated foliage.
Acer 'Asahi Zuru'

Acer 'Asahi Zuru' is a stunning Japanese Maple known for its delicate, variegated leaves that blend pink, white, and green tones. In autumn, the...

From$24.95
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Acer palmatum 'Scolopendrifolium'

Acer palmatum 'Scolopendrifolium' is an elegant Japanese Maple admired for its unusual long, narrow, strap like leaves that create a fine textured...

From$299.95
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Pachysandra terminalis

Pachysandra terminalis, commonly known as Japanese Spurge, is a hardy evergreen groundcover valued for its glossy dark green foliage and dense...

From$23.39
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Ligustrum 'Rotundifolium'

Ligustrum 'Rotundifolium' (Japanese Privet) is a hardy evergreen shrub admired for its rounded glossy green leaves and dense compact growth habit...

From$24.77
A Buxus microphylla 'Japonica' hedge with fresh-green foliage.
Buxus microphylla 'Japonica' (Japanese Box)

Buxus microphylla Japonica, commonly known as Japanese box hedge, grows about twice as fast as English box (Buxus sempervirens). The foliage is also...

From$99.95
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Cryptomeria japonica

Cryptomeria japonica (Japanese Cedar) is a majestic evergreen conifer valued for its tall upright form and soft rich green foliage. It brings...

From$270.40
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Acer palmatum 'Seiryu'

Acer palmatum 'Seiryu' is a unique Japanese Maple admired for its finely dissected foliage and upright growth habit. Unlike many laceleaf maples...

From$299.95
Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood' specimen tree with colourful dark red foliage.
Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood'

Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood' (Bloodgood Japanese Maple) is one of the most reliable and popular Japanese maples, valued for its deep red foliage and...

From$299.95
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Why Choose Japanese Azaleas?

Japanese azaleas are celebrated for their exceptional flowering, presenting masses of vibrant blooms in shades from pure white to deep magenta every spring. Their natural compact habit makes them ideal for both small urban gardens and spacious rural landscapes. Low-maintenance and hardy, these azaleas can be grown in containers, mixed shrub beds, or as a show-stopping feature plant. Japanese azaleas are also well known for attracting pollinators, making them both a beautiful and ecologically friendly choice.

Selecting the Right Variety

When searching for Japanese azaleas for sale, consider your garden’s sunlight and soil conditions. While all azaleas prefer acidic, well-draining soil and dappled shade, some varieties adapt better to specific garden situations. Popular choices such as Azalea indica offer robust growth and striking colour, while the pure white blooms of Azalea Alba Magnifica (Alba Magnifica Azalea) create a calming atmosphere among lush greenery. For those who love bold pinks, Azalea Amy (Amy Azalea) delivers vibrant statement colour.

Fans of longer blooming periods will appreciate the repeat-flowering abilities of Azalea Autumn Starlite (Autumn Starlite Azalea). If you are after grand, classic flowers, Azalea Magnifica is a timeless favourite.

Planting and Care Tips

To get the best results from your Japanese azaleas, plant them in a location with filtered sunlight and protection from harsh midday rays. Prepare the soil well, incorporating plenty of organic matter, and ensure the soil is slightly acidic. Mulch around the base each year to help keep roots cool, suppress weeds, and promote healthy blooms. Water young plants regularly, especially during dry months, and feed with a slow-release fertiliser designed for acid-loving plants.

Pruning is not usually necessary, but you can lightly trim your azaleas after flowering to maintain a tidy shape. Always avoid heavy pruning, which can reduce next season’s blooms.

Order Your Japanese Azaleas Today

Browse our range of Japanese azaleas for sale and find the perfect addition to your garden. With varieties like Azalea indica, Azalea Alba Magnifica (Alba Magnifica Azalea), Azalea Amy (Amy Azalea), Azalea Autumn Starlite (Autumn Starlite Azalea), and Azalea Magnifica, you are sure to find an option that matches your style and gardening needs. Embrace the beauty and versatility of Japanese azaleas and transform your outdoor space this season.

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