Azalea Violacea

Common Name:
Azalea – Violacea

Description:
Azalea ‘Violacea’ is an evergreen, compact Indica azalea prized for its vibrant display of rich violet-purple, semi‑double to double blooms. Flowering abundantly from late winter into spring and often spotting again in autumn, the massed blooms form a stunning carpet across the glossy dark green foliage, which may develop a bronzed tone in cooler seasons. Reaching approximately 1 m in height and width, this vigorous but tidy shrub thrives in dappled shade or morning sun, set in moist, well‑drained, acidic soil rich in organic matter. It is frost-hardy, low-maintenance, and responds well to light pruning after flowering to maintain its neat mound and encourage denser growth. Ideal for use as accents in shaded patios, mass plantings, hedging, or container display in Melbourne’s climate.

Form:

• Shrub – Small to Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: ~1 m

• Width: ~1 m

Aspect:

• Part Shade

• Full Sun (morning/filtered)

Flowering:

• Flowers in Late Winter

• Flowers in Spring

• Spot flowers in Autumn

Flower Colour:

• Violet-purple

• Semi-double to double

Key Attributes:

• Evergreen

• Suitable for Pots

• Suitable for Borders

• Ideal for Mass Plantings & Hedges

• Frost Tolerant

• Low Maintenance

• Acid‑loving (ericaceous)

• Autumn reflowering

Toxicity:

• All parts are toxic to humans and pets if ingested

Companion Plants:

• Camellias – for layered evergreen structure

• Rhododendrons – to extend flowering and foliage interest

• Ferns – to add lush texture in shade

• Japanese maples – for a refined underplanting style and gentle dappled light