Ideal Temperature for Flame azalea

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Flame azalea(Rhododendron calendulaceum)
Flame azalea(Rhododendron calendulaceum)
Flame azalea(Rhododendron calendulaceum)
Flame azalea(Rhododendron calendulaceum)

Signs of Cold Stress in Flame azalea

Symptoms

Flame azalea tolerates cold well and flourishes when temperatures are above 60℉. In winter, it needs to stay above 50℉. If the temperature drops below 30℉, while no immediate winter changes might be seen, branches can become brittle and dry by spring, with no new growth appearing.

Solutions

In spring, remove any dead branches that haven't produced new foliage.

Signs of Heat Stress in Flame azalea

Symptoms

In summer, Flame azalea should be maintained below 75℉. When temperatures go above 85℉, the plant's leaves might lighten in hue, tips could dry and shrivel, and it becomes more prone to sun damage.

Solutions

Cut off any sun-damaged and dried sections. Relocate the plant to a spot offering protection from the midday and afternoon sun, or use a shade cloth. Water the plant in the morning and evening to maintain soil moisture.

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