Azalea Eri Schame

Common Name:
Azalea Eri Schameâ

Description:
Azalea Eri Schameâ is a striking evergreen azalea known for its vivid deep red to crimson blooms that provide outstanding colour from late winter through to spring. The large semi-double flowers stand out beautifully against the dense, glossy dark green foliage, creating a bold feature in shaded garden spaces. Compact and neatly rounded in habit, this variety is ideal for borders, mass plantings, low hedging, and decorative pots. Well-suited to Melbourne’s temperate climate, ‘Eri Schame’ performs best in part shade with protection from harsh afternoon sun and drying winds. It thrives in moist, well-drained, acidic soil enriched with organic matter. Its reliable flowering, evergreen foliage, and low-maintenance nature make it a popular choice for both formal and cottage-style gardens.

Form:

• Shrub - Small

Mature Size:

• Height: 0.8–1.2 m
• Width: 1–1.5 m

Aspect:

• Part Shade
• Full Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Winter
• Flowers in Spring

Flower Colour:

• Crimson red
• Deep red

Key Attributes:

• Bee Attracting
• Bird Attracting
• Evergreen
• Perennial
• Suitable for Borders
• Suitable for Hedging
• Suitable for Pots
• Woodland garden plant

Toxicity:
Toxic if ingested. All parts of azaleas contain grayanotoxins and are poisonous to humans, dogs, cats, horses, and livestock. Consumption may cause vomiting, drooling, weakness, and more serious symptoms if large quantities are eaten.

Companion Plants:

• Camellia
• Clivia
• Daphne
• Ferns
• Gardenia
• Hellebore
• Hydrangea
• Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum)
• Pieris japonica
• Rhododendron