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Azalea 'Fire Tower'

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Azalea 'Fire Tower' is a vibrant evergreen azalea known for its brilliant red flowers that appear in abundance during spring. The vivid blooms contrast beautifully with glossy green foliage and create a striking display in New Zealand gardens. This compact shrub is ideal for adding strong seasonal colour to shaded borders and sheltered outdoor spaces. Azalea 'Fire Tower' is easy to grow and dependable, making it perfect for garden beds woodland plantings and containers.

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The average plant height is 19cm.
$26.93
The average plant height is 20cm.
$36.38

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:70 cm
Spread:70 cm
Flowering time:Spring, Winter
Tolerances:
Garden uses:Borders, Containers, Living areas, Parks, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles:Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Rock
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known as
Sku10697

How to grow Azalea 'Fire Tower' in NZ

Azalea 'Fire Tower' grows best in partial shade with fertile well drained acidic soil. Choose a sheltered position protected from strong winds and hot afternoon sun. Plant during spring or autumn so the roots establish before extreme weather arrives. Water regularly while the plant becomes established and keep the soil lightly moist during dry periods. In most parts of New Zealand Azalea 'Fire Tower' performs well in sheltered garden positions.

Azalea 'Fire Tower' care tips

Azalea 'Fire Tower' benefits from rich soil and consistent moisture. Water during extended dry periods but avoid overly wet soil conditions. Apply a fertiliser designed for acid loving plants in spring to encourage healthy growth and abundant flowering. Light pruning immediately after flowering helps maintain a tidy compact shape and encourages fresh growth. Mulching around the base helps retain soil moisture and keeps the roots cool.

Azalea 'Fire Tower' size, spacing, and growth rate

Azalea 'Fire Tower' typically grows about 1 to 1.2 metres tall and around 1 to 1.2 metres wide when mature. It has a moderate growth rate and forms a dense rounded shrub with glossy foliage. For best results space plants about 1 metre apart so they have room to develop properly. With suitable soil and shelter Azalea 'Fire Tower' establishes steadily and produces a colourful spring flowering display.

Landscaping uses for Azalea 'Fire Tower'

Azalea 'Fire Tower' is ideal for woodland gardens shaded borders and mixed shrub plantings. The rich red flowers create a bold seasonal display and combine beautifully with camellias rhododendrons and ferns. This variety also performs well in containers placed on patios and entranceways. Planting several Azalea 'Fire Tower' shrubs together creates a striking spring feature in shaded garden areas.

Why buy Azalea 'Fire Tower' from The Plant Company

The Plant Company supplies premium Azalea 'Fire Tower' plants that are grown to thrive in New Zealand conditions. Each plant is carefully raised to ensure strong healthy growth once planted in the garden. As NZs most trusted plant nursery The Plant Company provides expert advice high quality plants and fast nationwide delivery. Purchasing Azalea 'Fire Tower' from The Plant Company means buying with confidence and receiving a plant you can trust.

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Our plants were amazing

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