| Common Name | Yakushima Azalea |
| Family | Ericaceae |
| Genus | Rhododendron |
| Species | Degronianum |
| Origin | Japan (Yakushima), Korea |
| Blooming | Spring flowers, typically April-May |
| Leaf Color | Dark green with greyish fuzz on new growth |
| Sunlight | Shade / Half-shade |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Acidic peat-based mix (ericaceous), excellent drainage required
Keep consistently moist but not waterlogged. Use rain or distilled water if tap is alkaline
Partial shade; protect from hot direct sun to prevent leaf scorch and bleaching
Apply acid-loving plant fertilizer in spring after flowering, avoid high nitrogen
Light pruning immediately after flowering to remove spent blooms and shape
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