{"product_id":"azalea-alphonse-anderson","title":"Azalea ‘Alphonse Anderson’ (Evergreen Azalea)","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"48\"\u003eAzalea ‘Alphonse Anderson’ (Evergreen Azalea)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"50\" data-end=\"288\"\u003eAzalea ‘Alphonse Anderson’ is an evergreen flowering shrub valued for its vibrant blooms and compact growth habit. It is widely used in garden beds, borders, and container planting where strong seasonal colour and a neat form are desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"290\" data-end=\"532\"\u003eThe plant produces dense, small to medium-sized green leaves that form a tidy, bushy structure. In spring, it becomes covered in masses of large, showy flowers in rich pink tones, often with subtle markings that add depth and visual interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"534\" data-end=\"537\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"539\" data-end=\"554\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"556\" data-end=\"651\"\u003e‘Alphonse Anderson’ is known for its profuse spring flowering, creating a strong visual impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"653\" data-end=\"740\"\u003eIts compact growth habit makes it suitable for smaller gardens and structured planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"742\" data-end=\"846\"\u003eIt performs well in partially shaded areas, making it ideal for underplanting or woodland-style gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"848\" data-end=\"851\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"853\" data-end=\"877\"\u003eGrowth Habit and Size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"879\" data-end=\"926\"\u003eThis variety grows as a compact, rounded shrub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"928\" data-end=\"1023\"\u003eIt typically reaches 1 to 1.5 metres in height, with a similar spread. Growth rate is moderate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1028\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1030\" data-end=\"1050\"\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1063\"\u003eLight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1064\" data-end=\"1147\"\u003ePrefers partial shade to filtered light. Morning sun with afternoon shade is ideal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1149\" data-end=\"1163\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1242\"\u003eRequires consistent moisture, particularly during establishment and flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1244\" data-end=\"1287\"\u003eKeep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1289\" data-end=\"1299\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1358\"\u003ePrefers well-draining, acidic soil rich in organic matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1360\" data-end=\"1389\"\u003eTemperature and Climate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1519\"\u003eSuitable for temperate climates. It tolerates cool conditions and light frost but benefits from protection from harsh conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1521\" data-end=\"1524\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1526\" data-end=\"1540\"\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1652\"\u003eLow to moderate maintenance. Light pruning after flowering helps maintain shape and encourages bushier growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1654\" data-end=\"1711\"\u003eMulching helps retain moisture and maintain soil acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1713\" data-end=\"1763\"\u003eUse fertilisers formulated for acid-loving plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1765\" data-end=\"1768\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1770\" data-end=\"1786\"\u003eCommon Issues\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1788\" data-end=\"1828\"\u003ePoor drainage can lead to root problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1830\" data-end=\"1901\"\u003eYellowing leaves may indicate incorrect soil pH or nutrient deficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1903\" data-end=\"1946\"\u003eLeaf scorch can occur in strong direct sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1948\" data-end=\"1951\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1953\" data-end=\"1968\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1970\" data-end=\"2013\"\u003eAzalea ‘Alphonse Anderson’ is suitable for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2015\" data-end=\"2139\"\u003eGarden beds and borders\u003cbr data-start=\"2038\" data-end=\"2041\"\u003eWoodland-style planting\u003cbr data-start=\"2064\" data-end=\"2067\"\u003eContainer planting\u003cbr data-start=\"2085\" data-end=\"2088\"\u003eMass planting\u003cbr data-start=\"2101\" data-end=\"2104\"\u003eShaded gardens\u003cbr data-start=\"2118\" data-end=\"2121\"\u003eFeature planting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2141\" data-end=\"2189\"\u003eIts vibrant blooms make it a standout in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2191\" data-end=\"2194\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2196\" data-end=\"2227\"\u003eSpecification and Care Chart\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"2229\" data-end=\"4110\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"2229\" data-end=\"2329\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2229\" data-end=\"2329\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2229\" data-end=\"2254\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"\"\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2254\" data-end=\"2329\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"2429\" data-end=\"4110\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2429\" data-end=\"2527\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2429\" data-end=\"2453\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"2453\" data-end=\"2527\"\u003eRhododendron ‘Alphonse Anderson’\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2528\" data-end=\"2626\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2528\" data-end=\"2552\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2552\" data-end=\"2626\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eAlphonse Anderson Azalea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2627\" data-end=\"2725\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2627\" data-end=\"2651\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2651\" data-end=\"2725\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eEvergreen shrub\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2726\" data-end=\"2824\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2726\" data-end=\"2750\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"2750\" data-end=\"2824\"\u003e1 m to 1.5 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2825\" data-end=\"2923\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2825\" data-end=\"2849\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"2849\" data-end=\"2923\"\u003eCompact, rounded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2924\" data-end=\"3022\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2924\" data-end=\"2948\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2948\" data-end=\"3022\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3023\" data-end=\"3121\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3023\" data-end=\"3047\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eLight Conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3047\" data-end=\"3121\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003ePartial shade to filtered light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3122\" data-end=\"3220\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3122\" data-end=\"3146\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eDirect Sunlight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"3146\" data-end=\"3220\"\u003eAvoid harsh exposure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3221\" data-end=\"3318\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3221\" data-end=\"3245\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eWatering Frequency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3245\" data-end=\"3318\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eModerate; keep soil consistently moist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3319\" data-end=\"3417\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3319\" data-end=\"3343\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSoil Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"3343\" data-end=\"3417\"\u003eAcidic, well-draining, organic-rich\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3418\" data-end=\"3516\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3418\" data-end=\"3442\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eDrainage Requirement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"3442\" data-end=\"3516\"\u003eEssential\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3517\" data-end=\"3615\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3517\" data-end=\"3541\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eTemperature Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"3541\" data-end=\"3615\"\u003eTemperate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3616\" data-end=\"3714\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3616\" data-end=\"3640\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFrost Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"3640\" data-end=\"3714\"\u003eLight frost\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3715\" data-end=\"3813\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3715\" data-end=\"3739\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eDrought Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3739\" data-end=\"3813\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3814\" data-end=\"3912\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3814\" data-end=\"3838\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMaintenance Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"3838\" data-end=\"3912\"\u003eLow to moderate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3913\" data-end=\"4011\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3913\" data-end=\"3937\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFertiliser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"3937\" data-end=\"4011\"\u003eAcid-loving plant fertiliser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4012\" data-end=\"4110\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4012\" data-end=\"4036\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eToxicity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"4036\" data-end=\"4110\"\u003eToxic if ingested\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4112\" data-end=\"4115\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"4117\" data-end=\"4152\"\u003eFAQ – Azalea ‘Alphonse Anderson’\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4154\" data-end=\"4191\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4154\" data-end=\"4178\"\u003eWhen does it flower?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4178\" data-end=\"4181\"\u003eIn spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4193\" data-end=\"4272\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4193\" data-end=\"4216\"\u003eDoes it need shade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4216\" data-end=\"4219\"\u003ePartial shade is ideal for best growth and flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4274\" data-end=\"4356\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4274\" data-end=\"4303\"\u003eWhat soil does it prefer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4303\" data-end=\"4306\"\u003eAcidic, well-draining soil rich in organic matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4358\" data-end=\"4458\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4358\" data-end=\"4393\"\u003eHow often should it be watered?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4393\" data-end=\"4396\"\u003eKeep soil consistently moist, especially during active growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4460\" data-end=\"4551\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4460\" data-end=\"4488\"\u003eIs it suitable for pots?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4488\" data-end=\"4491\"\u003eYes, it performs well in containers with the right soil mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4553\" data-end=\"4635\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4553\" data-end=\"4578\"\u003eHow big does it grow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4578\" data-end=\"4581\"\u003eTypically reaches 1 to 1.5 metres in height and width.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Nurso","offers":[{"title":"140mm","offer_id":51731096797480,"sku":null,"price":11.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/6847\/6200\/files\/Azalea_AlphonseAnderson_EvergreenAzalea_LS.png?v=1781060683","url":"https:\/\/www.thenurso.au\/products\/azalea-alphonse-anderson","provider":"The Nurso","version":"1.0","type":"link"}