HOW TO Grow Gorgeous Evergreen Azaleas - David's tips and suggestions

[@free_at_last8141]

That dog at 0:55 is the most adorable thing I've seen for ages! Thanks for the tips.

[@OverdevestNurseries]

That's Millie a one year old tricolor Springer Spaniel that is my garden companion in training!

[@kellydavis5968]

I absolutely love your videos and have been watching them for years! My husband and I ride ebikes and we realized you are our neighbor when we rode by your nursery the other day! We live in Stow Creek! Thanks so much for making these videos!

[@OverdevestNurseries]

That's wonderful to hear, and thanks for letting us know.

[@carolmoore1797]

Perfect timing! I’m getting ready to plant my first azalea and your videos are always so full of good information. Thank you!

[@OverdevestNurseries]

Wonderful, Obviously good site preparation is the key, don't plant it too deep and use plenty of acidic mulch pink bark, pine nuggets pine needles etc.

[@tricia8727]

I love the one that blooms a cute doggie face lol ❤ beautiful dogs and beautiful plants... my favorite things! :)

[@OverdevestNurseries]

Thank you. As you can tell we adore them too.

[@tinabrockett8687]

Thank you for this video! We just planted two Azaleas in our front yard. Such great information!

[@OverdevestNurseries]

That's wonderful, we wish you good health for many years to enjoy them. Have you subscribed to our channel? If you haven't, you might like to think about it, because once you are subscribed, each time we post a new video (which we are doing all the time), you will find that they will turn up automatically in your feed. And, as you find our videos helpful, it would be great if you could kindly share the links with your friends and click the "like" button too, because that will help other people find out about the information as well. And, now that we are in the midst of the main planting season (spring through late Fall) we try to encourage everyone to visit our partnering garden centers: grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/. They are located all over our Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern region, and that's where you will find all sorts of beautiful, tried and true and cutting edge, top performing selections, so be sure to stop in regularly throughout the seasons because there will be a steady stream of fresh shipments coming in weekly.

[@terrythomley6797]

Just discovered your channel and subscribed. Love Azaleas and really appreciate your information. Look forward to additional posts from you.

[@OverdevestNurseries]

Thank you and welcome aboard! There's a whole nursery full of all sorts of beautiful things, so stay tuned. Meanwhile, you might like to scroll through the rest of our channel and if you come across any more videos that appeal to you, it would be nice if you could kindly click the "like" icon because that will help other people find the information too.

[@hoavacaycanh]

Very beautiful!

[@OverdevestNurseries]

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[@ytubechannel997]

Great information on growing azaleas. Learned lots. Thanks for sharing your gardens as well.

[@OverdevestNurseries]

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[@susanmartino3080]

Love your videos! So much great information!!!!❤

[@OverdevestNurseries]

That's wonderful to hear, thanks for watching. Have you subscribed to our channel? If you haven't, you might like to think about subscribing, because once you are subscribed, each time we post a new video (which we are doing all the time), it will turn up automatically in your feed. And, as you find our videos helpful, it would be great if you could kindly share the links with your friends and click the "like" button too, because that helps other people find the information as well. Finally, now that the cooler weather of Fall arrives, it brings with it the BEST TIME of PLANTING and since our partnering garden centers: grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/ are continuing to bring in stocks of gorgeous plants, if you live in our Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern region be sure to stop in and take a look…. Because that’s where you will discover all sorts of beautiful, tried and true and cutting edge, top performing selections.

[@MOJUSA]

That is awesome flowers azalea I had several but not having flowers like yours sir Thanks for the ideas and tips God bles

[@OverdevestNurseries]

Hopefully, this will help you get better performance from your plants. Also, talk to your local garden center folk to get their recommendations, it may be that the ones you have currently are not the best performers for your area.

[@sionnah01]

Excellent tip about hardwood mulch. Subscribed❤

[@OverdevestNurseries]

Thanks and welcome. Now that you are subscribed, hopefully you will be able to get lots more of David's practical down to earth tips and suggestions. And, as you find our videos helpful, it would be great if you could kindly share the links with your friends and click the "like" button too, because that will help other people find out about the information as well. And, now that we are in the midst of the BEST planting season (Fall) we try to encourage everyone to visit our partnering garden centers: grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/. They are located all over our Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern region, and that's where you will find all sorts of beautiful, tried and true and cutting edge, top performing selections, so be sure to stop in regularly throughout the seasons because there will be a steady stream of fresh shipments coming in weekly.

[@joseanibalrobles8319]

Great information, I have several azaleas in my garden and planning to add more

[@OverdevestNurseries]

Thank you, that's great to hear. Have you subscribed to our channel? If you haven't, you might like to think about it, because once you are subscribed, each time we post a new video (which we are doing all the time), they will turn up automatically in your feed. And, as you find our videos helpful, it would be great if you could kindly share the links with your friends and click the "like" button too, because that helps other people find out about the information as well. And, during the main planting season (spring through late Fall) try to visit our partnering garden centers: grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/ they are located all over our Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern region, and will have all sorts of beautiful, tried and true and cutting edge, top performing selections, so be sure to stop in regularly to see them for yourself.

[@leiaflash5055]

What a timely video and topic David 😀 My daughter and I were just talking about adding another Azalea or Rhodo in the garden and then I see this video. Great information and recommendations! Thank you 😃

[@OverdevestNurseries]

Glad it was helpful! But.... just one!!!!! I know you are probably running out of space but I admire your discipline!

[@leiaflash5055]

@@OverdevestNurseries LOL - depends on how many I can find 😉

[@christopherhills1609]

Excellent videos…..always great advice from the experts, entertaining and a joy to watch

[@OverdevestNurseries]

That is great to hear, as you can imagine we have a lot of fun doing them and it is wonderful to know that you appreciate our efforts. Presumably you have subscribed to our channel? if not, then you might think about doing so, because there's lots more coming.... And, it would be nice if you could kindly click the "like" icon on any of our videos that you deem worthy, because that will help other people find the information too.

[@ginafriend1690]

Great info David! Thanks!!

[@OverdevestNurseries]

Thank you for this very kind supportive comment.

[@9sec93lx]

We live in an area of SE Florida known as "Oak Hammock" and it is the perfect environment for growing Azaleas. They grow like weeds here in the partial shade of the Live Oaks and Slash Pines. Planted a Pink "Dwarf" variety and it grew to be 8 feet tall and equally wide. Our soil is a Black Sandy soil of ~ 5.5 Ph and we receive ~ 50 inches of rain per year.

[@OverdevestNurseries]

How exciting.... Glad to hear you are enjoying growing these incredibly beautiful plants.

[@colsen4616]

Great and timely information!

[@OverdevestNurseries]

Thank you, it is nice to know you found it helpful.

[@ginafriend1690]

You are such a Pleasure to visit! Azaleas are so pretty. I only have 1. She's such a pretty, dainty girl. I have her trimmed in an artistic form. I'm not afraid to prune, beings I'm a hairstylist ✂️! Mine does not bloom for long, she's a Mandarine Lights Hardy Azalea. Her color is striking when she does Show it Off! 🧡 Otherwise, she's pretty in her form with her pretty green leaves 😊

[@OverdevestNurseries]

Thank you!

[@GardenDoodles]

We have an azalea “Rosebud” and it’s so beautiful in bloom. It is evergreen for us in zone 5 so that’s a big plus.

[@OverdevestNurseries]

Glad to hear it, it is a classy and very colorful one that should be planted more widely

[@cfoster7867]

I love your channel. You are an excellent teacher. I bought a variety of Azelea plants because I just love them but they are not doing well. They are not growing but they are not all dead. I got just a few blooms on some of them. I live is Maryland and I have seen where they have been doing well in my community but not sure what's going g on with mine.

[@OverdevestNurseries]

Thanks for your kind comments, it is great to know you are finding our efforts helpful. When you get a chance, take a little while and try to rewatch this video and see if you can replicate the points that David makes... For instance, check the drainage and if unsure dig a test hole, fill it with water and and see if it drains away. Then if you haven't already, top dress with a generous layer of composted leafmould or pine bark, they have fine fibrous root systems that love the cool, moisture retentive properties of this organic rich material. If your plants look yellow and lack vigor check the pH level - it may be too high! Another thing you might want to do is solicit help from your local garden centers. Here's a link: grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/ that will help you find the ones that carry our plants in MD, and if they are not run of their feet at this time of year (try to visit at quieter times... i.e. early mornings, mid-week etc.), they should be able to give you good practical local guidance.

[@Joe-id2ns]

Great video! Love azaleas and have always planted them. The multiple blooming Encore variety is what I target first once I learned about them. I only use true cedar mulch which they love.

[@OverdevestNurseries]

Thanks that's good to know. Have you subscribed to our channel? If you haven't, you might like to think about subscribing, because once you are subscribed, each time we post a new video (which we are doing all the time), it will turn up automatically in your feed. And, as you find our videos helpful, it would be great if you could kindly share the links with your friends and click the "like" button too, because that helps other people find the information as well. Finally, now that our partnering garden centers: grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/ are continuing to bring in stocks of gorgeous plants, if you live in our Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern region be sure to stop in and take a look…. Because that’s where you will discover all sorts of beautiful, tried and true and cutting edge, top performing selections.

[@OakwellpublishingCoUkmedia]

never realized there were white azaleas, great information David.

[@OverdevestNurseries]

Thank you. As you can imagine we are very fond of the whites....., they are cool, sophisticated and classy.... and since white is a neutral color it will blend easily with any other color. And as you will see from this link to our website: tgrownbyoverdevest.com/splant/?_sfm_genus=Azalea there's several other varieties (than the two we feature in this video), ones that grow to different heights and flower at different stage too!

[@cindyl3916]

Second time I watched this. It’s really good! Really like your videos….Thank you!

[@OverdevestNurseries]

Thank you. We are delighted to hear you are finding our efforts helpful. It is interesting how watching something a second, third or even more times, helps us pick up little things that we may not have registered first time around! That's one of the reasons why we are pleased to offer our You Tube videos, they can be replayed, and replayed, as often as we like. A reference that we hope will continue to be helpful as your gardening pleasure and success grows!

[@cindyl3916]

@@OverdevestNurseries You are an absolute Gem! The first time I saw you with the Azaleas I swooned! It started a new love affair for me. I now have planted 4 & 4 rhododendron. Both evergreen and deciduous. First time in my life to grow these, so excited….you inspired me❤️

[@blujeans9462]

Thanks! I never knew there were long blooming azaleas! One of the reasons I took mine out - with a quick burst of color in spring, then just green the rest of the season, I wanted something that that was worth looking at. Encore - here I come. :-)

[@OverdevestNurseries]

Here's a link to our website that will give you more information on the Encore's that we ship to the garden centers in the areas where they are suitable: grownbyoverdevest.com/splant/?_sfm_genus=Azalea I didn't emphasize it in the video, but one of the other tricks in growing azaleas, is to plant ones that flower at different times.... early, medium and late flowering ones will give you extended color periods, and if you are able to work in some of the autumnal ones (like the one pictured in a Philadelphia suburb garden) then that will extend that even further. Beautiful as they are..... I tend to look at them as timely feature plants that take their turn in the spotlight along with other seasonal items, which is why it is good to compliment them with other shrubs, perennials and grasses.

[@blujeans9462]

@@OverdevestNurseries That's sounds wonderful - and great idea for a video. ;-) I checked and saw that you are 'local' (NJ) and there are plenty of distributors within a short drive. Great news for me. :-) Thanks again!

[@georl1]

@@OverdevestNurseries - Hello David - I live in South Central New Hampshire in zone 5 but not far from zone 6 which is in Northern Mass. Last year, I bought two Encore Azaleas because they are so beautiful. I re-potted them in a slightly larger pot than they arrived in and they bloomed all summer long. So in August, I decided to do an experiment. I kept on in the pot and took it indoors for the winter and the other I planted it in the ground. My house faces Southward so I planted it directly in front of the house where it would be protected from the north winds and covered it real well. This Spring, in April, I took the covering off and to my surprise it had survived the winter. It did lose some leaves but is growing them all back. So when I saw this, I bought six more Encores and am now placing them all as close to the front of the house as I can to protect them from the North winds this coming Winter. All of them are the short varieties and I am mixing some miniature Butterfly Bushes and some Catmint with them. Hopefully, I won't lose too many Encores this coming Winter.

[@jamesstricklin5201]

Renee Michelle encore Azaleas are a good choice also

[@aongv]

So gorgeous. I'm intimidated by it, but wow, sooo beautiful - i want it!

[@OverdevestNurseries]

Thank you. Having a nice rewarding garden space is not that difficult, our suggestion would be to start off small... Begin with a small area and just one or two plants, try to follow the cultural points we mention in this video (and elsewhere on our channel) and then be patient!!!! In a short time, you will be surprised how beautiful your plants and areas around your home will become. Then as your confidence grows, you can enlarge on your projects, and in no time at all you will be helping and encouraging other "would be" gardeners to enjoy the incredible beauty and satisfaction of having beautiful plants flourishing around your own little piece of paradise! if you haven't already, you might consider subscribing to our channel because there's lots more videos like this one coming.... and also, try to build a good relationship with your local garden centers - you should find that the experts there will be a tremendous resource.

[@sonyakim4403]

I absolutely love your videos and these are lovely plants. I am in zone 5a so I’ll have to see which varieties I can grow here.

[@OverdevestNurseries]

Thank you that is great to hear. Check in with your local garden center, I am sure they'll be able to keep you right with the best performing selections for your area. PS if you are in our Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern region, here's a link that will help you find the places that carry our plants: grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/

[@jamesstricklin5201]

Could you talk about Girard's Renee michell azaleas

[@OverdevestNurseries]

It's another selection from Peter Girard's outstanding hybridization program. It posses the qualities that made this breeding line so successful...., large, full, plentiful flowers, and improved hardiness and resilience, and it flowers a little later than the main flush of evergreen azaleas, so it helps to extend the display period. But, we dropped it several years ago, due to declining demand from our customers. Hope this helps, have you subscribed to our channel? If you haven't, you might like to think about subscribing, because once you are subscribed, each time we post a new video (which we are doing all the time), it will turn up automatically in your feed. And, as you find our videos helpful, it would be great if you could kindly share the links with your friends and click the "like" button too, because that helps other people find the information as well. Finally, now that our partnering garden centers: grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/ are fully stocked with fresh new plants, if you live in our Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern region be sure to stop in and take a look…. Because that’s where you will discover all sorts of beautiful, tried and true and cutting edge, top performing selections, including some really lovely azaleas and rhododendrons.

[@jamesstricklin5201]

Why it is a beautiful azalea

[@imp822]

Love this! Thanks!

[@OverdevestNurseries]

That is great to hear, thank you. It is wonderful to know that you appreciate our efforts and find them helpful. Presumably you have subscribed to our channel? if not, then you might think about doing so, because there's lots more coming.... And, it would be nice if you could kindly click the "like" icon on any of our videos that you deem worthy, because that will help other people find the information too.

[@blondievenus5442]

What a beauty! 🥇💕This Is georgeous! I wish you to enjoy this beuty for many, many years. I didn't manage to save a few azaleas because of the lies I got from the florist. Now my first Azalea lives outside, it'sDecember, the new year and it is still blooming. I learned a lot by myself, now I still don't know, considering that it is a double Azalea from the greenhouse, probably Japonica,that's why my question is, should I cover it all winter or not at all or in strong wind, frost. My zone is 7 and can go to 8.

[@OverdevestNurseries]

Thank you. It is nice to know you are finding our content helpful. If you are concerned about your plant you could try erecting a temporary "breathable" screen around it using something like hessian burlap to protect it from searing winter wind. Or alternatively lifting the plant and repotting it, so it can be overwintered indoors in a cool, frost-free and reasonably well lit room. There's a lot of truth in the old saying "horses for courses", so if you are looking to grow azaleas outdoors you would be better to start off varieties that are specifically selected for outdoor conditions. Here's a link to our website that will help you scroll through the various options: grownbyoverdevest.com/plant-search/ including the Encore types that rebloom in the Autumn to give two bursts of flowering. grownbyoverdevest.com/splant/?_sft_plant_cat=encore-azalea

[@treduddy3554]

Excellent well explained 👏👏👏

[@OverdevestNurseries]

Thank you 🙂,It is kind of you to say so. Have you subscribed to our channel? If you haven't, you might like to think about subscribing, because once you are subscribed, each time we post a new video (which we are doing all the time), it will turn up automatically in your feed. And, as you find our videos helpful, it would be great if you could kindly share the links with your friends and click the "like" button too, because that helps other people find the information as well.

[@graceguardamino5697]

Excellent video, informative

[@OverdevestNurseries]

Thankyou, it is great to hear that you are finding our efforts helpful. Have you subscribed to our channel? If you haven't, you might like to think about subscribing, because once you are subscribed, each time we post a new video (which we are doing all the time), it will turn up automatically in your feed. And, as you find our videos helpful, it would be great if you could kindly share the links with your friends and click the "like" button too, because that helps other people find the information as well. Finally, now that our partnering garden centers: grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/ are fully stocked with fresh new plants, if you live in our Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern region be sure to stop in and take a look…. Because that’s where you will discover all sorts of beautiful, tried and true and cutting edge, top performing selections.

[@rnguyen2516]

What are the purple flowers? So beautiful! What glorious flowers and grounds!

[@vanhouten64]

azaleas would be my first guess

[@OverdevestNurseries]

We are wondering if you might be referring to hardy Ornamental Sages (Salvia)? Take a look at this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rnLMg5umn9uso5osi=Uyaf5-qVmsDIxtKJ (which was filmed in the same garden at about the same time) and see if that is what caught your eye? If so, this video (and others here on this channel) will provide you with a lot more information. Then in about 6 weeks or so (depending upon the weather), they will start appearing at the partnering garden centers we work with: grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/ and that's where you will be able to see, and select the ones that appeal to you most. Like the rest of our plants, we (and the experts at the various centers) select only the best performers for our region - so after you've had a chance to do your research, that's where you should be able to find them. If these are not the "purple flowers" you are inquiring about - let us know the approximate time point in the video and we will try to help you identify them. Also, have you subscribed to our channel? If you haven't, you might like to think about it, because once you are subscribed, each time we post a new video (which we are doing all the time), they will turn up automatically in your feed. And, as you find our videos helpful, it would be great if you could kindly share the links with your friends and click the "like" button too, because that helps other people find out about the information as well. And, now that we are entering the main planting season (spring through late Fall) try to visit our partnering garden centers: grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/ They are located all over our Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern region, that's where you will find all sorts of beautiful, tried and true and cutting edge, top performing selections, so be sure to stop in regularly throughout the seasons to see (and perhaps get some of them) for yourself.

[@OverdevestNurseries]

Thanks for your help. There are "purple", lavender and fuchsia colored Azaleas - this one on Azalea Girard's Fuchsia is an example: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bJWboq2kgLeHhqM but we think, the plants this viewer is talking about might be Ornamental or Meadow Sages.

[@basilwilson2796]

Hi David. I just subscribed. I watched your videos about hydrangeas. I grow Annabelle, Limelilght, Incrediball, Invincibelle Limetta and a tall one called Phantom. Also Quick Fire. WE are zone 5 in south eastern Canada. I have gardened here 20 years and over the years have learned a great deal, mostly from my mistakes haha. I love to try new plants. Guess I still got the gardening bug. I appreciate any advice you may give. I look forward to watching you other videos.

[@OverdevestNurseries]

Thank you, that's wonderful to hear. We are all learning all the time, and certainly mistakes happen! But overall its nice when things come right and we are able to enjoy success. Thanks for the sub.

[@iuchoi]

These are awesome for bees

[@OverdevestNurseries]

Thank you, we see them busy amongst the flowers too. Have you subscribed to our channel? If you haven't, you might like to think about subscribing, because once you are subscribed, each time we post a new video (which we are doing all the time), it will turn up automatically in your feed. And, as you find our videos helpful, it would be great if you could kindly share the links with your friends and click the "like" button too, because that helps other people find the information as well. And, during the main planting season (spring through late Fall) our partnering garden centers: grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/ which are located all over our Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern region, will have all sorts of beautiful, tried and true and cutting edge, top performing selections, so be sure to stop in regularly.

[@sofiageda2667]

Thank you for video!

[@OverdevestNurseries]

You are very welcome, its our pleasure! We are pleased to hear you enjoyed it. Have you subscribed to our channel? If you haven't, you might like to think about it, because once you are subscribed, each time we post a new video (which we are doing all the time), you will find that they will turn up automatically in your feed. And, as you find them helpful, it would be great if you could kindly share the links with your friends and click the "like" button too, because that helps other people find out about the information as well. And, now that we are entering the main planting season (spring through late Fall) try to visit our partnering garden centers: grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/ They are located all over our Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern region, that's where you will find all sorts of beautiful, tried and true and cutting edge, top performing selections, so be sure to stop in regularly throughout the seasons to see (and perhaps get some of them) for yourself.

[@irmasanchez5274]

They are so beautiful. Where can one find seeds for them? I did a search for them but I only see nurseries selling the actual plants. Any idea why? Thank you.

[@OverdevestNurseries]

They take a long time (and are not easy) to grow from seed, and even if! And after many patient years of nurturing them, you manage to get a plant or two, you won't know what you are going to get until they flower! So, that's why trying to grow them from seed is not practical and why buying well-grown nursery plants is the best investment😉 Remember, when you buy a healthy, nicely shaped, superior performing variety; what you are really doing .... is "buying time"! It's an almost instant effect, and one that increases as the plants and grow and mature. It's actually an investment that increases in value and brings reward and satisfaction as the years pass. Especially if you plant them in a prominent place that will make your home look more inviting, should you ever decide to list it for sale. That's why realtors like to take pretty pictures of the outside of homes with nice curb appeal. It can be satisfying (and a nice challenge) to grow some plants from seed, but selected cultivars do not come through from seed and ones like these Evergreen Azaleas are better started as professionally grown specimens like you would find at our partnering garden centers: grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/. Have you subscribed to our channel? If you haven't, you might like to think about it, because once you are subscribed, each time we post a new video (which we are doing all the time), you will find that they will turn up automatically in your feed. And, as you find our videos helpful, it would be great if you could kindly share the links with your friends and click the "like" button too, because that will help other people find out about the information as well. And, now that we have entered the main planting season (spring through late Fall) try to visit our partnering garden centers: grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/. They are located all over our Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern region, and that's where you will find all sorts of beautiful, tried and true and cutting edge, top performing selections, so be sure to stop in regularly throughout the seasons because there will be a steady stream of more fresh shipments coming in weekly.

[@irmasanchez5274]

Wow! I appreciate you taking the time to write such a THOROUGH response. I learned a lot. One day when I have my own space in the near future I will plant a few of these gorgeoua shrubs. Thank you, again!!! Subscribed and Liked!!!

[@kathryngalajda3553]

Would consider cedar mulch to be appropriate for azaleas and rhododendrons?

[@OverdevestNurseries]

Yes, that's what we use.

[@JJ-gt2po]

Thank you for this great information! I live in Zone 8a Texas! Another hot humid area! Do you have a process for lifting an azalea up from being in a depressed area of the flower bed? It’s growing fine it just has gotten to deep in the ground! Thank you! I love you’re channel

[@OverdevestNurseries]

They have fibrous root systems that stay near the surface, so they usually transplant well in early spring, if they ever have to be moved. But, in your case, I would suggest that you just keep "topdressing" with plenty of organic matter (examples are mentioned in the video) light layers spread annually (or twice a year) over the top of the root area. This will help keep the roots cool and moist and they will root into it. In this way, you are simulating the effects of leaf fall in nature.

[@JJ-gt2po]

@@OverdevestNurseries Thank you, that’s what I’ve been doing! Confirmed! I appreciate it more than you know! I also have about 10 or more hydrangeas and find they do nearly the same way! Very very happy to know I don’t have to dig them away from their spot! 💗 it!

[@stellakocharova1467]

thank you very much. 👍🙏

[@OverdevestNurseries]

You're very welcome, its great to hear you are finding our efforts helpful. Have you subscribed to our channel? If you haven't, you might like to think about it, because once you are subscribed, each time we post a new video (which we are doing all the time), you will find that they will turn up automatically in your feed. And, as you find our videos helpful, it would be great if you could kindly share the links with your friends and click the "like" button too, because that will help other people find out about the information as well. And, now that we have entered the main planting season (spring through late Fall) try to visit our partnering garden centers: grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/. They are located all over our Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern region, and that's where you will find all sorts of beautiful, tried and true and cutting edge, top performing selections, so be sure to stop in regularly throughout the seasons because there will be a steady stream of fresh shipments coming in weekly.

[@nikastreasure4495]

Woooow! This is crazy, so gorgerous! How old are these plants? I've never seen so many azalea flowers in real life, thought it can be only on photoshoped pictures.

[@OverdevestNurseries]

Thank you, it is great to hear you are enjoying our efforts. Everything you see..... is there in reality, nothing is manipulated. As David says, "we're not making sleek, sophisticated movies, just good down to earth, practical "warts and all" information. And what's more, it is perfectly possible for you to achieve similar results too! Just check in with your local garden centers and follow David's guidance, and you can't go too far wrong. To answer your question, the plants you see in this video, range from ones that only a few years old (white ones in David's garden), to the large, mature (multi-colored) ones that are probably 25 + years old. The neat thing about these evergreen types is that they look wonderful at all ages! As you will discover when you see them at our partnering places: grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/ 😉👍💚 We make sure they are healthy, well-shaped, bushy, vigorous specimens that are ready to settle in and thrive, and as you've no doubt noticed, as they grow, they just get better and better!😁 Have you subscribed to our channel? If you haven't, you might like to think about it, because once you are subscribed, each time we post a new video (which we are doing all the time), you will find that they will turn up automatically in your feed. And, as you find our videos helpful, it would be great if you could kindly share the links with your friends and click the "like" button too, because that will help other people find out about the information as well. And, now that we have entered the main planting season (spring through late Fall) try to visit our partnering garden centers: grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/. They are located all over our Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern region, and that's where you will find all sorts of beautiful, tried and true and cutting edge, top performing selections, so be sure to stop in regularly throughout the seasons because there will be a steady stream of more fresh shipments coming in weekly.

[@shaunapowell6766]

Great video!! Your neighbor in North East pa. Endless Mountain region

[@OverdevestNurseries]

Thank you. We are delighted to hear you found it helpful and interesting. As you've noted they grow very well in PA and right throughout our entire region too.

[@Mattherat15]

Ive just bought a Azalea plant it was sold as a house plant could you tell me if it could be be planted outside please im in the UK.

[@OverdevestNurseries]

You can plant or put it outdoors temporarily, but except for very sheltered and mild locations with minimal frost, it is unlikely to survive and prosper if left outdoors in winter. These (Rhododendron simsii or sometimes called Rhododendron indicum) types are tender and intended for greenhouse forcing rather than garden performance. Our advice is that if you want to grow Azaleas outdoors, it is better to select proven performers like David profiles in our videos. We hope this helps to answer your query. Have you subscribed to our channel? If you haven't, you might like to think about it, because once you are subscribed, each time we post a new video (which we are doing all the time), they will turn up automatically in your feed. And, as you find our videos helpful, it would be great if you could kindly share the links with your friends and click the "like" button too, because that helps other people find out about the information as well. We know you are located in the UK, but for everyone else, now that we are entering the main planting season (spring through late Fall) try to visit our partnering garden centers: grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/ They are located all over our Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern region, that's where you will find all sorts of beautiful, tried and true and cutting edge, top performing selections (including lots of tried and tested and really gorgeous Azaleas), so be sure to stop in regularly throughout the seasons to see (and get some of them) for yourself.

[@Mattherat15]

@@OverdevestNurseries Thank you for the useful advice I'll keep it indoors.

[@ashokk51]

Will azaleas come out well in Dallas Texas conditions?

[@OverdevestNurseries]

Our selections are selected to perform well in our region (the Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern States): grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/ So, the best place for you to check is at your local garden centers, I suspect they will have some that are better suited to your heat and humidity.

[@flowergarden6240]

Which manuer to use for azelea plants

[@OverdevestNurseries]

There are several different types of Azaleas (hardy evergreens like the ones in this video) deciduous ones (featured elsewhere on this channel), and indica and other types that are better for warmer zones.

[@ginasnyder6735]

Would Cypress mulch that is finely shredded be good for my azaleas 🌺

[@OverdevestNurseries]

Yes, that should do fine.

[@ginasnyder6735]

@@OverdevestNurseries thx!

[@melterriocameron601]

@OverdevestNurseries do you have any tips on propagating or transplanting Satsuki azaleas??😊

[@OverdevestNurseries]

We don't grow any Satsuki types because they are not hardy enough here in our Mid Atlantic and Northeastern region: So our experience is limited, that said the culture is similar to the tips and suggestions that David lays out here int his video, they enjoy the same conditions: light shade and moist, rich, well-drained soil etc. and be sure to mulch them regularly too. Hope this helps. Have you subscribed to our channel? If you haven't, you might like to think about subscribing, because once you are subscribed, each time we post a new video (which we are doing all the time), it will turn up automatically in your feed. And, as you find our videos helpful, it would be great if you could kindly share the links with your friends and click the "like" button too, because that helps other people find the information as well.

[@melterriocameron601]

@@OverdevestNurseries I have subscribed and thanks

[@naamangeist7843]

I just planted an Electric Lights Red azalea and a few days later the flowers all wilted. Asked the nursery why they died already and she said the flowers only last 1 week tops. So disappointed! Are there any Azalea plants that hold their flowers over a longer term? Thanks

[@OverdevestNurseries]

Absolutely, and here's a link: studio.kzbin.info/door/gfi7rt7jLrh4Hg01wKScdwvideos/upload?filter=%5B%7B%22name%22%3A%22TITLE%22%2C%22value%22%3A%7B%22name%22%3A%22CONTAINS%22%2C%22value%22%3A%22Azalea%22%7D%7D%2C%7B%22name%22%3A%22VISIBILITY%22%2C%22value%22%3A%5B%22PUBLIC%22%5D%7D%5D&sort=%7B%22columnType%22%3A%22date%22%2C%22sortOrder%22%3A%22DESCENDING%22%7D that will let you peruse the videos we have posted here on our channel that describe the various sorts for you to do your research. Then when you have a chance, you might like to visit some of the partnering garden centers:grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/ that carry our plants, because that's where you will might be able to see the plants for yourself. In addition, we would suggest that you think about talking to the experts at each of these centers about possibly planting a selection that flower at different times too. For instance you might like to consider early, mid-season and late flowering ones because this is a good way to spread the periods of flowering and counter any ill effects from unseasonal weather too. Finally, to ease your disappointment (perhaps), it is not unusual for a recently planted specimen to apparently flower for a short period - during the planting process. The stress of transporting plants, moving them in and out of different temperatures, light levels and moisture levels in the pot, and then in your garden, can often cause them to curtail the initial flowering period. Once they settle in and get established in its new home, we would expect the flowering to last longer, especially of you have it is a sheltered location out of the wind. So, don't worry to much about what your plant did this spring, the important thing with any new plant is to make sure it is healthy, well shaped and ready to grow in its new home. The test will come in subsequent years. Have you subscribed to our channel? If you haven't, you might like to think about it, because once you are subscribed, each time we post a new video (which we are doing all the time), you will find that they will turn up automatically in your feed. And, as you find our videos helpful, it would be great if you could kindly share the links with your friends and click the "like" button too, because that will help other people find out about the information as well. And, now that we have entered the main planting season (spring through late Fall) try to visit our partnering garden centers: grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/. They are located all over our Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern region, and that's where you will find all sorts of beautiful, tried and true and cutting edge, top performing selections, so be sure to stop in regularly throughout the seasons because there will be a steady stream of fresh shipments coming in weekly.

[@jamesstricklin5201]

What is a k Christine azalea

[@OverdevestNurseries]

We are sorry to say, we have no idea! David says he's never heard of this! Can you please elaborate and we'll try to figure out how we might be able to help. Meanwhile, have you subscribed to our channel? If you haven't, you might like to think about subscribing, because once you are subscribed, each time we post a new video (which we are doing all the time), it will turn up automatically in your feed. And, as you find our videos helpful, it would be great if you could kindly share the links with your friends and click the "like" button too, because that helps other people find the information as well. Finally, now that our partnering garden centers: grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/ are fully stocked with fresh new plants, if you live in our Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern region be sure to stop in and take a look…. Because that’s where you will discover all sorts of beautiful, tried and true and cutting edge, top performing selections.

[@jamesstricklin5201]

The tag said k. Christine azalea thought you would know

[@jamesstricklin5201]

@@OverdevestNurseries it is a Christina azalea I found out it will grow to 6 ft wide 6 ft tall and the flower has red and pink colors

[@delilahborden4079]

You have a flyer book to order from do y'all have a flyer book from before you can order from to get the big zales bushes

[@OverdevestNurseries]

We do not print a catalogue - our selection is viewable via this link:grownbyoverdevest.com/plant-search/ And, our premium sized plants are available via a network of hundred of garden centers located throughout our Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern USA region. Here's alink that let let you discover where they are all located grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/

[@jamesstricklin5201]

Do you have knights azalea

[@OverdevestNurseries]

Thanks for your question, we do not grow that type. The ones that David features, and the ones that you will find at our partnering garden centers: grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/ are the ones that we have found to be the best ones for our conditions here in our Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern region. This selection is continually under review, and as we come across better performers they are included, so that you can be assured that with these ones you can get off to the best possible start and be hopefully able to enjoy them for many years. Have you subscribed to our channel? If you haven't, you might like to think about it, because once you are subscribed, each time we post a new video (which we are doing all the time), you will find that they will turn up automatically in your feed. And, as you find our videos helpful, it would be great if you could kindly share the links with your friends and click the "like" button too, because that will help other people find out about the information as well. And, now that we have entered the main planting season (spring through late Fall) try to visit our partnering garden centers: grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/. They are located all over our Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern region, and that's where you will find all sorts of beautiful, tried and true and cutting edge, top performing selections, so be sure to stop in regularly throughout the seasons because there will be a steady stream of more fresh shipments coming in weekly.

[@philomenamiranda4803]

What brand of aciduc soil can I buy in the market. How can I make acidic soil? I live in Ipswich UK

[@OverdevestNurseries]

It is made from the bark and by products of trees that live in lime free areas typically coniferous species Pine, Spruce etc. I am sure there are several brands in the UK and I am a bit of touch with them now, so the best thing is to ask at your local garden centers, they will be able to guide you.

[@philomenamiranda4803]

@@OverdevestNurseries thank you si much for your videos on azaleas & clematis. I shall follow your instructions.

[@carenallen750]

Are these plants full sun?

[@OverdevestNurseries]

Yes, many of the plants that David features in this video are growing in sunny spots, although if you look carefully, you will see some others that are in dappled shade too. If you want to grow your plants in a sunny spot, be sure to follow David's suggestions i.e. incorporate plenty of acidic organic matter during planting time, mulch and of course, water well until your plants are established and then periodically too, especially during any prolonged hot, dry periods. When you rewatch this video, you will be able to follow along and get even more of David's tips, plus of course lots of other valuable things too on our other videos, also posted here on our channel. Have you subscribed to our channel yet? If you haven't, you might like to think about it, because once you are subscribed, each time we post new videos (which we are doing all the time), you will find that they will turn up automatically in your feed. And, as you find our videos helpful, it would be great if you could kindly share the links with your friends and click the "like" button too, because that helps other people find the information as well. Finally, a reminder that our partnering garden centers: grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/ are usually well stocked with lots of gorgeous plants, so if you live in our Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern region be sure to stop in and take a look…. Because that’s where you will discover all sorts of beautiful, tried and true and cutting edge, top performing selections.

[@denise6920]

Hi David, wonderful video. I love azaleas. Unfortunately all of my deciduous azaleas are not blooming. They just have leaves only 😔

[@OverdevestNurseries]

Huh! Wonder what's going on.... Some of the questions you would ask yourself is are they making buds and something is happening to them before they get to bloom? Are they being pruned at the wrong time? Are they getting too much shade? They are natural woodland plants but if they are not getting enough light they will stretch up and not flower well. Is the soil conditions too rich? Are they making too much rank growth and haven't reached the flowering stage yet? As you can see, there are several reasons why this might be happening, so besides scrolling through our videos, and subscribing to our channel (if you haven't already), and visiting some established azalea collections (and comparing any differences), you might think about getting a local knowledge expert (i.e. garden coach, master gardener) to take a look and see of they can diagnose what's going on.

[@greentreesmatter]

Do you grow evergreen Rhododendrons?

[@OverdevestNurseries]

Absolutely! Thanks for asking. If you Google " You Tube, Overdevest, Rhododendrons" or scroll through the hundreds if videos that we have posted here on this channel, you will discover several of our many videos that feature the best performing Rhodo. varieties that we have found do best in our region. And, when you visit our partnering garden centers: grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/ that's where you will find extra healthy, bushy, well grown examples that are usually delivered when they are coming up to their peak. These centers are located all over our Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern region, and in addition you will find all sorts of beautiful, tried and true and cutting edge, top performing selections. So be sure to stop in regularly throughout the seasons because that's where there will be a steady stream of fresh shipments of all sorts of gorgeous garden plants coming in weekly. BTW, have you subscribed to our channel yet? If you haven't, you might like to think about it, because once you are subscribed, each time we post a new video (which we are doing all the time), you will find that they will turn up automatically in your feed. And, as you find our videos helpful, it would be great if you could kindly share the links with your friends and click the "like" button too, because that will help other people find out about the information as well.

[@jamesstricklin5201]

I have 8

[@OverdevestNurseries]

That's nice to hear. What a show you must enjoy when they are all blooming! We are wondering… Have you subscribed to our channel? If you haven't, you might like to think about subscribing, because once you are subscribed, each time we post a new video (which we are doing all the time), it will turn up automatically in your feed. And, as you find our videos helpful, it would be great if you could kindly share the links with your friends and click the "like" button too, because that helps other people find the information as well. Finally, now that our partnering garden centers: grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/ are fully stocked with fresh new plants, if you live in our Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern region be sure to stop in and take a look…. Because that’s where you will discover all sorts of beautiful, tried and true and cutting edge, top performing selections. Thanks you for watching and taking the time to write.

[@delilahborden4079]

Send me a catalog of the flowers they use in spider plants

[@OverdevestNurseries]

We do not have a printed catalogue. You can view our plant selection at this link: grownbyoverdevest.com/plant-search/. Our plants are available via a network of hundred of garden centers located throughout our Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern USA region.

[@navajo6931]

Azalea they like cools weather and part sun or shade

[@OverdevestNurseries]

Thank you, these are points that David elaborates on in this video.

[@tallyannklitzke932]

I thought Azaleas are highly poisonous to dogs? I see your dogs all over in them. If they really don’t bother dogs please let me know! I’m trying to decide if I’m going to plant the ones I bought or give them away.

[@OverdevestNurseries]

We've had dogs and azaleas for years and years and never had any issues.

[@nickfilopoulos7428]

Thanks very good information 😂

[@OverdevestNurseries]

Thank you, it is great to hear you are enjoying our content and finding it helpful. Have you subscribed to our channel? If you haven't, you might like to think about subscribing, because once you are subscribed, each time we post a new video (which we are doing all the time), it will turn up automatically in your feed. And, as you find our videos helpful, it would be great if you could kindly share the links with your friends and click the "like" button too, because that helps other people find the information as well. Finally, now that the cooler weather of Fall arrives, it brings with it the BEST TIME of PLANTING and since our partnering garden centers: grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/ are continuing to bring in stocks of gorgeous plants, if you live in our Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern region be sure to stop in and take a look…. Because that’s where you will discover all sorts of beautiful, tried and true and cutting edge, top performing selections.

[@jamesstricklin5201]

I have new ones

[@OverdevestNurseries]

That's good to hear, hopefully you will be able to follow David's guidance and be able to enjoy them for many years. Have you subscribed to our channel? If you haven't, you might like to think about it, because once you are subscribed, each time we post a new video (which we are doing all the time), you will find that they will turn up automatically in your feed. And, as you find our videos helpful, it would be great if you could kindly share the links with your friends and click the "like" button too, because that will help other people find out about the information as well. And, now that we have entered the main planting season (spring through late Fall) try to visit our partnering garden centers: grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/. They are located all over our Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern region, and that's where you will find all sorts of beautiful, tried and true and cutting edge, top performing selections (including lots of really great Azaleas), so be sure to stop in regularly throughout the seasons because there will be a steady stream of more fresh shipments coming in weekly.

[@FlyFlicks]

I prefer plastic plants, haven't lost one yet!

[@OverdevestNurseries]

That's a shame. Plastic ones may look ok, but they never change and the pleasure of planting and watching something grow and develop (that you've done yourself) is obviously not the same. In this stressed out, fast paced, often artificial world, its important for us to connect with nature, so even if you don't feel the need to grow and enjoy the pleasure of having beautiful ever changing plants. We hope you get a chance to enjoy the replenishing pleasures of being outdoors, connecting and grounding with the earth.

[@Orchidart59]

Mealy bugs?

[@OverdevestNurseries]

We don't have issues with that here on our plants, and we are glad to report that generally we don't encounter many pest problems but if you suspect you have them or perhaps scale or other rascals.... Then perhaps contact your local extension office and see if they can help. We are wondering if you are already subscribed to our channel (or not)? If you haven't subscribed yet, can we suggest you think about it because once you are subscribed, each time we post a new video (which we are doing all the time), it will turn up automatically in your feed. And as you find our videos helpful, it would be great if you could kindly click the "like" button too, because that will help other people find the information as well. Finally, now that our partnering garden centers: grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/ are fully stocked with fresh new plants, if you live in our Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern region be sure to stop in and take a look…. Because that’s where you will discover all sorts of beautiful, tried and true and cutting edge, top performing selections.