Florist azaleas, commonly sold as flowering houseplants, are the best type of azalea to grow indoors, says Amy. However, getting them to rebloom indoors year after year can be challenging, she adds.

Evergreen azaleas develop as multi-stemmed plants from the ground and usually grow 3-5 feet tall. Because they keep their leaves all year, they aren’t as winter hardy as deciduous azaleas.

Azaleas prefer growing in nutrient-rich, acidic soil with a pH balance of 5.0 to 5.5. If your soil needs amending, you can add sulfur or iron sulfate to increase the acidity.

Plant azaleas similarly to other shrubs and thrive in partial to full sun locations. 'Northern Lights' is one of the hardiest varieties, though most azaleas are low-maintenance and easygoing.

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The largest of the evergreen azaleas are the Southern indicas, which can grow up to 12 feet if left unpruned. These are the ones that are grown the most in the South.

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Azaleas are beautiful shrubs with large flowering spring blooms. Be inspired by the spectacular display at The Masters and discover 5 tips for growing show-stopping azaleas in your own yard.

Start an azalea planting in a filtered sun location by adding lots of organic matter to sandy soils. Then have the soil acidity tested and adjust to a pH in the 4.5 to 5.5 range.