Azalea indica 'Magnifica Rosea'

Common Name:
Magnifica Rosea Azalea

Description:
Azalea indica 'Magnifica Rosea' is a vibrant, evergreen azalea celebrated for its large, soft rose-pink blooms and glossy, dark green foliage. Flowering generously in mid to late spring, it produces wide, open, trumpet-shaped flowers that form a spectacular floral display across the entire shrub. A standout in shaded or semi-shaded areas, this cultivar brings a refined pop of colour to garden beds, borders, and pots. Like other indica azaleas, 'Magnifica Rosea' thrives in Melbourne’s climate when grown in well-drained, acidic soils enriched with organic matter. It prefers a position in part shade with protection from harsh afternoon sun and benefits from regular watering, especially during dry spells. Lightly pruning after flowering encourages a denser, more compact form and promotes stronger flowering the following season. This low-maintenance shrub is perfect for formal and informal gardens alike.

Form:
Shrub - Medium
Shrub - Clumping / Grass-like / Mounding

Mature Size:
Height: 1 – 1.2 m
Width: 1 – 1.2 m

Aspect:
Part Shade
Full Shade

Flowering:
Flowers in Spring

Flower Colour:
Rose Pink
Soft Pink

Key Attributes:
Suitable for Pots
Perennial
Evergreen
Low Maintenance
Suitable for Hedging
Frost Tolerant (light frost)
Acid-Loving
High Visual Impact

Toxicity:
Toxic to humans and animals if ingested – particularly the leaves and flowers, which may cause nausea or vomiting

Companion Plants:
Camellia japonica
Pieris japonica
Hydrangea macrophylla
Heuchera spp.
Ferns (e.g. Dryopteris or Athyrium spp.)

For more information and photos of this species, Warners Nursery has detailed information available to the public here