Azalea Gumpo Petunia

Common Name:
Azalea – Gumpo Petunia

Description:
Azalea ‘Gumpo Petunia’ is a charming, compact evergreen shrub that bursts into bloom from mid to late spring with rose‑pink flowers beautifully speckled with deeper pink and cream tones. Its lush, dense foliage forms a neat, rounded habit that fits wonderfully into cottage gardens, containers, or under dappled shade. Preferring part shade or protected sunny spots, it thrives in well‑drained, humus‑rich, slightly acidic soil. Ideal for Melbourne’s climate, this variety offers low‑maintenance beauty and responds well to light pruning after flowering to maintain its shape.

Form:

• Shrub – Small

Mature Size:

• Height: ~90 cm

• Width: ~90 cm

Aspect:

• Part Shade

• Full Sun (morning/filtered)

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring

Flower Colour:

• Rose‑pink

• Speckled dark pink & cream

Key Attributes:

• Evergreen

• Suitable for Pots

• Suitable for Borders

• Ideal for Shady Patios

• Suitable as Under‑planting beneath trees

• Low Maintenance

• Compact habit

Toxicity:

• All parts are toxic to humans and pets (ingestion may cause illness)

Companion Plants:

• Camellias – for layered flowering structure

• Ferns – to highlight foliage texture

• Hostas – for contrasting leaves in shade

• Japanese maple – for filtered light and seasonal interest