{"product_id":"elizabeth-lawrence-azalea-azalea-indica-elizabeth-lawrence","title":"Elizabeth Lawrence Azalea - Azalea indica 'Elizabeth Lawrence'","description":"\u003cp\u003eElizabeth Lawrence Azalea (\u003cem\u003eAzalea indica\u003c\/em\u003e 'Elizabeth Lawrence') is a compact evergreen shrub, about 1m high and wide, that carries huge single magenta flowers from late winter right through spring. The colour is vivid enough to be seen from the street, and the plant is small enough to live in a patio pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery vivid colour.\u003c\/strong\u003e Large single flowers in a saturated magenta pink cover the shrub at its peak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA long flowering season.\u003c\/strong\u003e Blooms start in late winter and continue through spring, so the display runs for months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact and rounded.\u003c\/strong\u003e At about 1m by 1m it fits small beds and borders without constant clipping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvergreen.\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense leaves keep the shrub looking furnished long after the flowers are over.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTakes a light frost.\u003c\/strong\u003e Once established, it tolerates light frost, which widens the places it can be grown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMass displays.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 80cm apart in groups of three or more for a solid block of flowering colour. At that spacing the shrubs touch at maturity and shade the soil, which keeps the roots cool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature shrub.\u003c\/strong\u003e One plant beside an entry, window or path becomes the focal point of the season. Its fine, shallow roots will not lift paving, so it can sit close to paths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatio pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e Its size suits a large container on a patio or verandah. Use a potting mix made for azaleas and camellias, and keep pots out of reach of pets that chew plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Elizabeth Lawrence Azalea in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Azaleas love dappled light, with morning sun, afternoon sun or both. Full sun is acceptable but not in a hot, dry, exposed position. It suits subtropical, warm temperate and cool temperate gardens, and established plants tolerate light frost. In cold districts plant it under a tree canopy or eave so frost does not mark the open flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in moist, free draining soil rich in organic matter. Azaleas prefer acid ground, so mulch with pine bark and keep lime away. In alkaline soil the leaves turn yellow, and a pot of azalea mix is the easy fix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mulch and water regularly until established, usually around 12 weeks, then keep watering regularly through the first twelve months. Azaleas do not like drying out. Feed with a slow release fertiliser formulated for azaleas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune straight after spring flowering to promote a dense habit and plenty of flowers next season. Pruning later in the year removes the buds for the following spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Elizabeth Lawrence Azalea as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. Expect leafy growth first and a heavier flower display as the shrub matures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause tube stock comes from our grower, it sells out from time to time. A sold out tube means the grower has none today, and the notify button on the page emails you the day more is available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/azalea\"\u003eBrowse the full azalea range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/azalea-care-guide\"\u003eAzalea care guide for Australian gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-partial-shade\"\u003ePlants for partial shade\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pots\"\u003ePlants that suit pots and containers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe for dogs and cats?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Azaleas are toxic to cats, dogs and other animals if chewed or eaten, so plant it where pets do not graze or browse, or choose a pet friendly shrub instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it in a pot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it is a good container plant. Use a potting mix made for azaleas, keep it evenly moist and repot only when the roots fill the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill frost damage the flowers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEstablished plants take a light frost, but a hard frost can mark open flowers. In cold areas plant under overhead cover, such as a tree canopy or eave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790205813055,"sku":"AZA-IND-ELIZAB-tube","price":11.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/elizabeth-lawrence-azalea-azalea-indica-elizabeth-lawrence.jpg?v=1792196219","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/elizabeth-lawrence-azalea-azalea-indica-elizabeth-lawrence","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}