Seasonal calendar · Rhododendron indicum

Satsuki Azalea

The year for this species, phase by phase — what to watch and what to do as the season turns.

  • Late Dormancy02-15–03-10
  • Early Spring03-11–04-15
  • Mid Spring04-16–05-10
  • Late Spring05-11–05-31
  • Early Summer06-01–06-30
  • Mid Summer07-01–08-10
  • Late Summer08-11–08-31
  • Early Fall09-01–09-30
  • Mid Fall10-01–10-31
  • Late Fall11-01–11-15
  • Early Winter11-16–12-31
  • Mid Winter01-01–01-31
  • Late Winter02-01–02-14

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Watering

Increase frequency slightly, especially during bloom.

Fertilization

Pause fertilizing during full bloom to prevent flower drop.

Repotting

Too late unless tree is in distress.

Pruning

After blooms fade, perform post-flower pruning.

Bud Shoot Management

Deadhead faded blooms carefully.

Pests Disease

Monitor for aphids, caterpillars, and botrytis.

Summer Protection

Begin shading around midday if heat spikes.

Propagation

Cuttings can be taken.

Development

Shift from flower to foliage and structure development.

Display

Tree can still be displayed but flowers will fade quickly.

Paths onward

This speciesSatsuki AzaleaBack to the folio — care sheet and year-wheel.The yearThe CalendarAll thirteen phases across every species at once.ReferenceThe Species LibraryA folio for every species the garden knows.
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