Kadebe Azalea 2020-2025 Contest Entry ***DROPPED OUT***

[Deep Sea Diver]

I actually think that’s debatable, but a good point to think about.

My rationale is that this azalea needs good cover. In fact it in the state it’s in, it might actually best be grown out through the winter.

I grew my severely cut back Satsuki s. Cut back due to a month series of frosts early last year with absolutely no issues.

I just had to be careful to keep conditions favorable. I didn’t even use bottom heaters. I will this year with my new cuttings.

Cheers
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[Kadebe]

I will certainly follow the weather forecast.
This azalea is hardy to -15 C. Would a temperature of -5 C be a problem? If the temperature goes lower, I will definitely put it indoors.

 

[Deep Sea Diver]

It’s the combination of weather especially wind - dessication.

Tender leaves are especially at risk. It actually doesn’t matter much what the plant hardiness rating is with immature foliage.

That’s what prompted my message.
Best
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[Kadebe]

ok, when it gets colder, I'll protect it inside

 

[Pitoon]

Spring is here and your azalea could be blooming (depending on your location) or starting to leaf out with this season’s flush……it’s time for updates!

I would also like to add at this time we have 3 prizes to award. Many thanks to @Forsoothe! and @Deep Sea Diver for donating. I am also donating a prize as well.

If you are no longer interested in continuing in the Azalea Contest, please let me know so we can close your thread, thanks.

 

[Kadebe]

Due to circumstances, I have been inactive on the forum for a while. Herewith an update...
The azaleas have survived the winter. In the spring, when the night temperatures got back above 5 degrees, I brought the plants back outside in different stages and they did well.
Unfortunately, when I was abroad for 4 days, we suddenly got temperatures down to -6 Celsius here for several nights, accompanied by a sharp east wind. Unfortunately, my azaleas did not survive this weather change. So these are my first victims.
Unfortunately, I can't continue this contest.

 

[Carol 83]

Due to circumstances, I have been inactive on the forum for a while. Herewith an update...
The azaleas have survived the winter. In the spring, when the night temperatures got back above 5 degrees, I brought the plants back outside in different stages and they did well.
Unfortunately, when I was abroad for 4 days, we suddenly got temperatures down to -6 Celsius here for several nights, accompanied by a sharp east wind. Unfortunately, my azaleas did not survive this weather change. So these are my first victims.
Unfortunately, I can't continue this contest.

Sorry to hear that, follow the advice on your avatar.

 

[Kadebe]

Sorry to hear that, follow the advice on your avatar.

Thanks.... indeed... I won't give up
Still have two other azalea's

 

[Pitoon]

Thanks.... indeed... I won't give up
Still have two other azalea's

Are you still participating in the contest? If not let me know so I can close your thread, thanks.

 

[Kadebe]

Are you still participating in the contest? If not let me know so I can close your thread, thanks.

Sadly, no. The other two azaleas I have are not covered by the contest requirements

 

[Pitoon]

Sadly, no. The other two azaleas I have are not covered by the contest requirements

I'm going to close your thread for now. If you change your mind just let me know and I'll reopen it.