How often should azalea be watered? Does it need to be watered frequently?

How often should azalea be watered?

Rhododendron is very afraid of waterlogging. When watering, you must follow the principle of "don't water unless the soil is dry, and water thoroughly when you do". There is no need to water it when the soil in the pot can still feel moist. Rhododendron is a plant that prefers slightly acidic water and should avoid alkaline water. You can usually use rainwater, river water, lake water, and pond water for watering, and it is best to use soft water.

1. Watering in spring

If the temperature is suitable in spring, azalea will grow faster and require a lot of water. Generally, it only needs to be watered once every two days.

2. Watering in summer

The temperature is higher in summer, and azaleas need more water at this time. They need to be watered twice a day. It is recommended to water them once in the morning and once in the evening.

3. Watering in autumn

The climate in autumn is pleasant, but the azalea will not grow too fast, so you can water it 2-3 times a week as long as there is no water accumulation.

4. Watering in winter

The temperature is low in winter and the growth of azalea slows down. You can reduce the frequency of watering appropriately and water it once every 10 days.

Precautions for watering azalea

1. The specific watering frequency of azalea needs to be determined according to climate changes. It requires more water during the growth period and high temperature season, and less water in the low temperature season.

2. Newly planted azaleas need to be watered thoroughly once, so that the roots can be more closely integrated with the soil and it will be easier for the plant to adapt to the pot.