{"product_id":"azalea-japonica-hino-crimson-plant-5-litre-pot","title":"Azalea japonica 'Hino Crimson' Plant - 5Ltr Pot","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"225\" data-end=\"284\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"228\" data-end=\"282\"\u003eAzalea japonica 'Hino Crimson' Plant – 5 Litre Pot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"285\" data-end=\"310\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"285\" data-end=\"310\"\u003eBrand: Belgium Direct\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"312\" data-end=\"550\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"316\" data-end=\"350\"\u003eAzalea japonica ‘Hino Crimson’\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact, evergreen shrub prized for its masses of vivid crimson-red flowers in spring, making it an ideal choice for adding long-lasting colour to borders, containers, and smaller garden spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"555\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"557\" data-end=\"577\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"561\" data-end=\"577\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"578\" data-end=\"953\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"578\" data-end=\"657\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"580\" data-end=\"657\"\u003eStriking crimson-red flowers that completely cover the plant in late spring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"731\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"660\" data-end=\"731\"\u003eCompact, evergreen habit ideal for containers, borders, and rockeries\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"732\" data-end=\"804\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"734\" data-end=\"804\"\u003eGlossy dark green foliage that often develops bronze tones in winter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"805\" data-end=\"866\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"807\" data-end=\"866\"\u003eFully hardy shrub suitable for most UK gardens (to -15°C)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"867\" data-end=\"953\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"869\" data-end=\"953\"\u003eLow-maintenance and reliable, perfect for both beginners and experienced gardeners\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"958\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"960\" data-end=\"987\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"964\" data-end=\"987\"\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"1345\"\u003eAzalea japonica ‘Hino Crimson’ is one of the most eye-catching evergreen azaleas, producing a spectacular display of small, intensely coloured crimson-red flowers each spring. Its compact, rounded shape—typically reaching around 75–90cm over 10 years—makes it an excellent choice for gardens of any size, from patio pots to Japanese-style planting schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1347\" data-end=\"1817\"\u003eThe glossy, dark green foliage remains attractive year-round, often taking on warm reddish-bronze tones during winter for added seasonal interest. Thriving best in acidic, moist but well-drained soil, this hardy evergreen shrub performs beautifully in partial shade, though it can tolerate full sun in sheltered gardens. With minimal care required and superb ornamental value, ‘Hino Crimson’ is a standout shrub that brings vibrant spring colour with very little effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1819\" data-end=\"1822\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1824\" data-end=\"1846\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1846\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1847\" data-end=\"2377\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1847\" data-end=\"1903\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1849\" data-end=\"1903\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1849\" data-end=\"1868\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1869\" data-end=\"1886\"\u003eAzalea japonica\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Hino Crimson’\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1904\" data-end=\"1931\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1906\" data-end=\"1931\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1906\" data-end=\"1916\"\u003eGenus:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rhododendron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1932\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1934\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1934\" data-end=\"1947\"\u003ePot Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 Litre\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1958\" data-end=\"1990\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1960\" data-end=\"1990\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1960\" data-end=\"1980\"\u003eUltimate Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75–90cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1991\" data-end=\"2023\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1993\" data-end=\"2023\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1993\" data-end=\"2013\"\u003eUltimate Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75–90cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2024\" data-end=\"2060\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2026\" data-end=\"2060\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2026\" data-end=\"2047\"\u003eTime to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–10 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2061\" data-end=\"2087\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2063\" data-end=\"2087\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2063\" data-end=\"2075\"\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2088\" data-end=\"2123\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2123\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2111\"\u003eFlowering Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e April–May\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2124\" data-end=\"2158\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2126\" data-end=\"2158\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2126\" data-end=\"2144\"\u003eFlower Colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crimson-red\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2159\" data-end=\"2216\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2161\" data-end=\"2216\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2161\" data-end=\"2183\"\u003eSoil Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acidic, moist but well-drained\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2217\" data-end=\"2291\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2219\" data-end=\"2291\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2219\" data-end=\"2232\"\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial shade; 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Perfect for pots, borders, or adding a Japanese touch, \u003cstrong data-start=\"2874\" data-end=\"2908\"\u003eAzalea japonica ‘Hino Crimson’\u003c\/strong\u003e is a stunning, low-maintenance shrub that makes a beautiful and thoughtful garden gift too\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe plant's growth rate and size will vary depending on planting position \u0026amp; conditions. 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