Azalea indica Doctor Dorfmann

Common Name:
Azalea – Doctor Dorfmann

Description:
Azalea indica ‘Doctor Dorfmann’ is a stunning evergreen shrub prized for its abundance of double, ruffled flowers in a glowing salmon-pink hue. Blooming from late autumn through winter into early spring, the softly scented flowers create a captivating display against lush, glossy foliage. Compact and bushy, this variety thrives in well-drained, acidic soils rich in organic matter, and performs best in part shade or morning sun—perfect for Melbourne’s mild garden conditions. It prefers consistent moisture without waterlogging and benefits from light pruning after flowering to maintain shape and encourage further blooms. Disease-resistant and reliable, ‘Doctor Dorfmann’ is a versatile addition to gardens, containers, hedges or borders, offering colour and structure in cooler seasons.

Form:

• Shrub – Small to Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: 50–60 cm

• Width: 50–60 cm (up to 1 m in ideal conditions)

Aspect:

• Part Shade

• Full Sun (morning/filtered)

Flowering:

• Flowers in Autumn

• Flowers in Winter

• Flowers into Spring

Flower Colour:

• Salmon-pink

• Double flowers with ruffled petals

Key Attributes:

• Evergreen

• Suitable for Pots

• Suitable for Borders

• Excellent as Hedging or Screening

• Winter-Flowering

• Low Maintenance

• Disease Resistant

• Cold Tolerant

• Shrub with Ornamental Appeal

Toxicity:

• All parts are toxic to humans and pets if ingested

Companion Plants:

• Camellias – for layered evergreen structure and seasonal interest

• Ferns – for lush, textural contrast in shade

• Hostas – to complement shaded planting schemes

• Japanese maple – to enhance dappled light and foliage tone