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Azalea mollis 'Apricot Flush'

Azalea mollis 'Apricot Flush' is a stunning deciduous azalea admired for its masses of soft apricot orange flowers that create a vibrant spring display in New Zealand gardens. This beautiful flowering shrub produces large trumpet shaped blooms before the foliage fully emerges, providing dramatic seasonal colour and garden interest. The lush green foliage develops attractive autumn tones before leaf fall, adding further seasonal appeal. Azalea mollis 'Apricot Flush' is ideal for woodland gardens, borders, feature planting, and mixed shrub displays where bold colour and elegant flowering are desired.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:1.00 m
Spread:1.20 m
Flowering time:Spring, Winter
Tolerances:Hardy
Garden uses:Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps
Garden styles:Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Rock
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
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Sku14283

How to grow Azalea mollis 'Apricot Flush' in NZ

Azalea mollis 'Apricot Flush' grows best in partial shade with fertile well drained soil rich in organic matter. Choose a sheltered planting position protected from harsh afternoon sun and strong winds to encourage healthy growth and prolific flowering. Water regularly during establishment and throughout dry periods to maintain evenly moist soil conditions. Applying mulch around the base helps conserve moisture and improve soil quality. This deciduous azalea benefits from feeding with an acid loving plant fertiliser during spring to support healthy foliage and abundant flowering throughout the season.

Azalea mollis 'Apricot Flush' care tips

Azalea mollis 'Apricot Flush' requires regular care to maintain healthy growth and reliable flowering. Water consistently during warm weather to prevent the soil from drying out completely, especially while plants are establishing. Mulching around the root zone helps retain moisture and maintain cool soil conditions. Light pruning after flowering can help maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Feeding with a fertiliser formulated for acid loving plants during spring may improve foliage colour and flower production. Protect plants from severe frost and drying winds in exposed garden locations.

Azalea mollis 'Apricot Flush' size, spacing, and growth rate

Azalea mollis 'Apricot Flush' typically grows to around 1.5 to 2 metres tall with a similar spread, forming a rounded deciduous shrub with attractive foliage and masses of spring flowers. Growth is moderate under sheltered conditions with fertile well drained soil and regular moisture. Plants should generally be spaced around 1.5 metres apart to allow healthy airflow and canopy development. Its generous flowering display provides strong seasonal impact while the foliage offers texture and autumn colour. This azalea is ideal for borders, woodland gardens, and feature planting.

Landscaping uses for Azalea mollis 'Apricot Flush'

Azalea mollis 'Apricot Flush' is widely used in landscaping for woodland gardens, mixed borders, feature planting, and seasonal colour displays. The soft apricot orange flowers create bold spring colour and combine beautifully with camellias, rhododendrons, ferns, and other shade loving plants. This deciduous azalea works well when planted in groups for dramatic floral displays or combined with evergreen shrubs for layered garden designs. Azalea mollis 'Apricot Flush' is also excellent for courtyard gardens where the spring flowers and autumn foliage can be appreciated throughout the year.

Why buy Azalea mollis 'Apricot Flush' from The Plant Company?

The Plant Company supplies premium quality Azalea mollis 'Apricot Flush' plants that are carefully grown for strong establishment and reliable performance in New Zealand gardens. Our knowledgeable team provides expert advice to help customers successfully grow and care for flowering shrubs. We are committed to offering healthy and vigorous plants that provide long lasting beauty and seasonal colour. As NZ’s most trusted plant nursery, The Plant Company delivers excellent customer service, quality plants, and reliable nationwide delivery that makes buying azaleas online easy and convenient.

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