Protected Series:
Zone: 4GIRARD HOT SHOT EVERGREEN AZALEA
Azalea x 'Girard's Hot Shot' is commonly referred to as Girard's Hot Shot Azalea. It is part of the Girard collection of Azaleas specially developed for cold hardiness and increased performance. It is a rounded, compact, semi-evergreen ornamental shrub with large deep fiery scarlet-orange flowers in mid to late spring. All the pollinators love the Hot Shot including hummingbirds, bees, butterflies. This variety is also very well suited for Japanese Bonsai enthusiasts. Leaves become dark yellow-green in winter.
Girard's Hot Shot Azalea thrives in rich, acidic, humusy, evenly moist, well-drained soils. It stops you in your tracks whether along the border or in a mass planting.
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To help this plant settle in and thrive, we recommend these standard planting practices: Plant in acidic (pH 4.5-6.0), well-draining soil rich in organic matter. If the soil is heavy clay, incorporate peat moss or aged pine bark. Plant shallow - the top of the root ball should sit 1 to 2 inches above the surrounding soil level; never bury the crown Keep soil consistently moist but never waterlogged. Apply 2 to 3 inches of pine needles or bark, keeping it away from the main stem. Always ensure deep watering in late autumn before the first hard freeze to prevent winter desiccation.
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