Azaleas belong to the Rhododendron family and come in deciduous and evergreen varieties. At Wairere we stock a selected range of top performing and popular cultivars and we can recommend the best Azalea to add vibrant colour to your planting scheme. Evergreen varieties such as the Azalea 'Kurume' series are dense compact growers with simply masses of bright flowers in spring; they trim well and can be used for hedging. The 'Gumpo' Azaleas are also evergreen only grow to about 30cm, they flower in summer and will really light up a shaded corner. Evergreen Azaleas also make great container plants. The taller Deciduous varieties such as 'Homebush, Delicatissima and Jaffa ' will grow in sun or part shade and are probably the most vibrant shrub you can plant for early spring colour. Big balls of blossom and many are highly scented. Look for 'White Ice' beautiful creamy white fragrant blooms, 'Melford Flame' glowing orange scented blooms, and add a touch of the erotic with the deep pink blooms of 'Red Frills'. Take your time to browse through the selection on our secure web-site and if you wish your Azaleas can be carefully packaged and sent direct to your door anywhere in New Zealand.
Azalea Pink Dream
Indica. Producing single, soft pink flowers with magenta speckled throat which begin to emerge in spring, through to mid-summer then followed by sporadic flowering during autumn. Requires partial shade in soils that are moist, free-draining, rich in organic material and are slightly acidic.Azalea Mardi Gras
Southern Indica. Mardi Gras is a low, spreading Belgian Indica azalea which produces the striking colours of white background with red stripes and flashes coming from the centre. The masses of bi coloured blooms are eye catching to say the least.Azalea Eskimo Pie
In early spring this deciduous Azalea really shows off with sumptuous balls of pure white flowers highlighted with a yellow flare. Quite hardy but prefers a sheltered position in sun or part shade and deep acid soil to do well.Azalea Hardy Gardenia
This evergreen Azalea has double white flowers with a green throat set against fresh green foliage. Happiest in a semi-shaded position where it will make quite a statement in late winter early spring. Very pretty. Prefers acid soil and a nice layer of mulch to keep the roots cool.Azalea Melford Lemon
If you like yellow you will love this deciduous Azalea that has glowing spring blooms in tones of lemon and saffron yellow all highlighted with an apricot flare. The blooms have the added bonus of being lightly scented. Happiest in deep acid soil in sun or part shade. Bred in NZ.Azalea Pax
Fresh green foliage and crisp white, double, frilled flowers with a scattering of green freckles in the throat in spring. Dwarf, compact habit and is one of the best white Azaleas. Prefers an acid soil but is generally easy care and hardy. Perfect choice for a low hedge.Azalea Peach Kirin
This little Kurume Azalea becomes just a mass of peachy pink blooms in late winter early spring. A top performing plant with a tidy compact habit. Plant with protection from the afternoon sun in well drained, acid soil. Avoid Lime.Azalea Addy Wery
Masses of vivid, deep orange-red single blooms make a dazzling display from late winter until the end of spring. The bronze winter leaves change to a fresh green in spring-summer. Looks fabulous planted with Clivia under deciduous trees or combined with terracotta.Azalea Rose Queen
Rose Queen a evergreen shrub with mid- to dark green leaves and, in spring, clusters of funnel-shaped, semi-double, ruffled, rose-pink flowers with deep red blotches. Happiest in part shade, mulch the roots well to keep cool in summer.Azalea Peachy Perfect
A stunning deciduous Azalea that produces large flowers of delicate salmon peach with a light yellow flare, in rounded trusses. Nicely fragrant flower. A striking combination of colours which will command attention in the late winter early spring garden. Plant in sun or semi shade in acid soil.Azalea Delicatissima
Very fragrant and very beautiful soft pink flowers flushed with a deeper pink tone and highlighted with an orange flare. Easily grown in sun to part shade and acid soil. Prune, if required, after flowering in spring. 'Delicatissima' means "most charming" and indeed it is.Azalea Gumpo Pink
Delightful miniature with green tufted foliage and masses of single pink flowers in early summer. A reliable and hardy Azalea that looks great mass planted. Happiest in part shade, mulch the roots well to keep cool in summer.Azalea Charlie
A beautiful evergreen azalea with deep pink ruffled double flowers from winter through to spring. A tidy and compact shrub. Happiest in semi-shade and acid soil. Mulch roots regularly to keep cool.Azalea Blauuws Pink
The hot salmon pink blooms of this Kurume Azalea simply smother the green foliage in late winter early spring. Will really light up a shady corner which is where it likes to grow. Happiest in well drained soil, avoid lime.Azalea Caroline De Rothschild
Large, frilly, double pink flowers with a gorgeous perfume will delight you when they emerge in spring. The fresh green summer foliage puts on a spectacular autumn display prior to leaf fall. Easy to grow in sun or part shade and quite hardy. Plant in deep acid soil for best results.Azalea Clarissa
With an abundance of single, frilled salmon plants from early spring until early summer this delightful little Azalea will cheer up any semi-shaded spot in the garden. Fresh green foliage that shows bronze tones in winter, well behaved and easy to grow. Prefers acid soil.Azalea Dorothy Corston
Set your early spring garden alight with this gorgeous deciduous Azalea. The spring blooms are a delicious deep red and carry a nice light perfume. Compact habit with bronze-green summer foliage with autumn tones of scarlet and orange prior to leaf fall. Plant in acid soil. DeciduousAzalea Extrante
Kurume azaleas are popular due to their early and heavy bloom and their relatively small plant size, fitting in nicely in many landscape situations calling for dwarf or small sized plants. They are evergreen, early blooming, with abundant smallish mid-purple flowers. Likes acid soil and semi shade.Azalea Gumpo White
Deep green closely tufted foliage and large open pure white blooms that smother the bush in summer make this a desirable little shrub. Happiest in well drained acid soil with protection from the afternoon sun. Compact and tidy. Mulch the root area annually to keep cool.Azalea Hino Crimson
This Kurume Azalea has larger flowers than most. The bright cerise red blooms are semi-double and smother the bush in late winter early spring. Happiest in a semi-shaded position in well drained soil. Avoid Lime.Azalea Louie Williams
This small deciduous Azalea is a real sweetie with softest pink blooms that have a flare of cream and delicate orange. Beautiful in very early spring. Happiest in deep, free draining, acid soil In sun or part shade.Azalea Jaffa
This Azalea will really add the wow factor to the garden in early spring. The frilly textured blooms are a brilliant tangerine/orange and create a simply stunning display. Happiest in deep acid soil and though hardy will do best in a sheltered spot in the garden in sun or part shade.Azalea Melford Flame
A NZ bred Hybrid with large frilly trusses of bloom in brilliant orange tones. The blooms are lightly scented. Provides a spectacular display in spring. Fresh green summer foliage and nice autumn tones prior to leaf fall. Plant in sun or semi-shade in deep acid soil for best results.Azalea Midas
Ilam Azalea. Large deep golden yellow flowers in large ball-shaped trusses bloom during November. This larger shrub is an excellent flowerer and also has good autumn colours. Prefers good free-draining soils and will handle sun or semi-shade.Azalea Mrs Kint White
Mrs Kint is at her best in spring when she decorates her dainty dark green foliage with beautiful single white blooms. Happiest in light shade. Nice compact plant which could be used for a low hedge in a shady part of the garden.Azalea Persil
Ilam Azalea. A 'Knap Hill-Exbury' variety, Persil sports purest white flowers (as the washing powder name suggests) with a golden yellow blotch, carried in tight clusters from late spring to early summer. Widely considered the best white azalea.Azalea Popcorn
Medium sized, double, creamy white flowers smother this bush completely in the spring. Neat and compact in habit, hardy and reliable, this plant is a real winner. Looks wonderful in groups of 3 or more. Plant in semi-shade and avoid Lime.Azalea Raspberry Ripple
A gorgeous deciduous Azalea with large frilled raspberry pink flowers that look good enough to eat with your ice-cream. The flowers appear in clusters during November and are followed by fresh green foliage. Spectacular in full flower. Plant in sun or part shade and avoid lime.Azalea Scarlet Prince
A top Kurume hybrid with fiery crimson red blooms with attractively pointed petals. Plant in groups to light up a shady spot in the garden. Flowers late winter early spring. Avoid Lime.Azalea Schneegold
Ilam Azalea. This hybrid Azalea covers itself in clusters of purest white flowers with a delicate gold flush and prominent upward curving stamens during October and November. A taller growing variety. Will tolerate sun or semi shade.Azalea Silver Slipper
A lovely 'Ilam' hybrid that has silvery-pink flowers with a hint of yellow at the throat. The flowers appear through-out November and sit well in 'quiet' pastel gardens. Plant in sun or semi-shade in deep acid soil for best results.Azalea Sun Chariot
Ilam Azalea. This spectacular Azalea has very large, butter-yellow flowers with a vivid orange blotch that open to form a beautiful ball of blooms. A well-branched variety that blooms throughout November. Likes acid soil, so avoid lime and will grow happily in sun or semi shade.Azalea Wryneck
A particularly lovely Ilam hybrid with yellow flowers that just a hint of orange on the tips. Blooms in late October/November. Fresh green summer foliage with good autumn tones prior to leaf fall. Plant in the sun or part shade in deep acid soil for best results. Avoid Lime. Deciduous.Azalea Yellow Beauty
An early spring show-off with large, trusses of golden yellow blooms highlighted with orange and apricot tones. All this and perfumed as well. Fantastic! Happiest in deep acid soil in sun or part shade. Deciduous.Azalea Mrs Kint
A compact little Azalea with bright pink open blooms that are edged with white. The peak flowering time is spring though there is often a smattering of blooms in autumn. Neat dark green foliage and a compact habit. Prefers a semi-shaded position and acid soil.Azalea Pavlova
A delicious deciduous Azalea with creamy white blooms that emerge with the new spring foliage creating a very beautiful confection. There is an added bonus of a delightful fragrance. Happiest in semi-shade with acid soil. Suitable for a container as long as you remember to water regularly. PVR.Azalea John Lewellyn
Indica. Produces double, shell-pink flowers with a wine-spotted throat. A compact, evergreen shrub. Like all Azaleas, these are acid-loving plants that require a sheltered spot in sun - part shade. Hardy.Azalea Apple Blossom
A compact Azalea that hails from Kurume in Japan. Fresh green spring-summer foliage and very pretty white blushed pink flowers in spring. The foliage shows bronze tones in winter. Plant in morning sun or semi-shade and group plant to create real impact.Azalea Gardenia Supreme
Pretty, pure white, semi-double blooms that are lightly scented sit amongst the fresh green foliage from early spring. Just lovely to light up a semi-shaded spot in the garden. Perfect for group planting or perhaps as a low hedge. Prefers acid soil.Azalea Hinodegiri
Discovered in Japan by the famous plant collector Ernest Wilson this hardy little Azalea has masses of tiny, single, cerise flowers from late winter to early summer. Dense fresh green foliage that shows bronze tones in winter. Prefers a semi-shaded spot and acid soil.Azalea Kocho No Mai
This little evergreen Azalea is also known as 'Butterfly Dance' and when you see it completely smothered in deep pink blooms in spring you can understand why. Fresh green foliage that shows bronze tones in winter. Easy to grow in a semi-shaded position in acid soil. Group plant for impact.Azalea Myagino
A sweet little Azalea that smothers itself in deep mauve-pink flowers from late winter until early summer. The fresh green foliage has bronze tones in the winter. Easy to grow in a semi-shaded position. Prefers acid soil. Can be used as a low hedge and happy as a container plant.Azalea Princess Sonya
This little Princess has semi-double, frilly, crisp white flowers that appear in spring. Nice compact shrub for a semi-shaded corner of the garden. Can also be container grown. Prefers acid soil, generally hardy and easy to grow.Azalea Mollie
'Mollie' is a showy young lady who is at her best in late spring when massed trusses of dark red blooms appear. A real stand out shrub to add colour to the border. Fresh green summer foliage. Plant in sun or part shade in deep acid soil for best results. Avoid Lime.Azalea White Golden Eye
For those of you who love white this is a beautiful and elegant Azalea. Large trusses of beautiful white blooms that are enhanced with golden yellow in the throat. Fresh green summer foliage. Plant in sun or part shade in deep acid soil for best results. Avoid Lime.Azalea Nicholas De Rothschild
Fragrant orange-red buds open to a compact head of double yellow flowers, turning pink as they mature in late spring. The pink tones deepen as the flowers age and then gradually turn orange as they fade. Will grow in sun or part shade and prefers deep acid soil.Azalea Soft Lights
This is a really pretty deciduous Azalea with enormous blooms in a soft cream shade with just a gentle glow of pastel pink. The double blooms appear in late spring. Neat and tidy habit. Fresh green summer foliage. Plant in sun or part shade in deep acid soil for best results.Azalea Inga
This Azalea is a real show off with frilly semi-double blooms of hot pink edged with white. It flowers off and on for a long period between March and November. Nice bright green foliage. Generally easy care and easy to grow. Plant in morning sun or dappled shade in acid soil.Azalea Red Wings
Described by the Aussies on Burke's Back Yard as the best Azalea ever because of its tenacious nature and top performance. The bright red double flowers appear for months from winter to late spring. Happiest in well drained acid soil in morning sun or semi-shade.Azalea Red Giant
Gorgeous large heads of brightest orange-red appear on bare branches in late winter early spring. Plant in a group for maximum impact. Happiest in a sheltered position, mulch regularly to keep roots cool, other than that easy care. Good autumn leaf colour.Azalea Fiery Boy
A rewarding and easy to grow evergreen shrub that has neat and tidy dark green foliage that is set alight with fiery double red blooms from winter to spring. Prefers a semi-shaded spot, well drained soil that is on the acid size. Generally hardy.Azalea Garden Party
The large cerise pink blooms of this cheerful little Azalea will certainly brighten up the garden from winter through to spring. A neat and tidy compact habit with evergreen foliage. Plant in semi-shade or morning sun in well drained acid soil for best results.Azalea Red Rag
Frilly single flowers appear in spring in brightest show off red and will certainly attract attention in the garden. Fresh green foliage in summer. Will grow in sun or part shade, prefers deep acid soil for best results. HardyAzalea High Sierra
Kurume Azalea. Gorgeous white flowers with just a hint of lime at the throat smother the green foliage in spring. A compact well behaved little shrub that will grow best in acid soil and dappled light.Azalea Gumpo Salmon
Deep green closely tufted foliage and large open salmon pink blooms that smother the bush in summer make this a desirable little shrub. Happiest in well drained acid soil with protection from the afternoon sun. Compact Mulch the root area annually to keep cool.Azalea Mrs Kint Red
Mrs Kint is at her best in spring when she decorates her dainty dark green foliage with beautiful single red blooms. Happiest in light shade. Nice compact plant which could be used for a low hedge in a shady part of the garden.Azalea Starburst
'Starburst' has pretty pearly pink blooms highlighted with a darker pink on the edge of the petals. The fresh green foliage is smothered by flowers in late winter early spring. Happiest with protection from afternoon sun. Avoid Lime.Azalea Autumn Empress
Gorgeously pink, Single flowers appear in spring and repeat during summer and autumn; in winter the evergreen foliage becomes bronze, for year-round colour interest -- in containers as well as borders. These lovely shrubs look terrific in a mixed border or in foundation plantings.Azalea Guanda Red
Gaunda Red. These little beauties are a low maintenance, evergreen plant that are really effective when planted in mass. They are covered in an abundance of flower early spring. Like all Azaleas these are acid loving plants that require a sheltered spot in sun - part shade. HardyAzalea Alaska
Outstanding bloomer displaying snow-white blooms with distinctive chartreuse blotch on throat from late winter to mid spring. Useful as low hedge or showy landscape accents. Nice in containers. Evergreen. Plant in slightly acid soil plant. Prefers semi-shade.Azalea Palestrina
Palestrina is a hardy, evergreen shrub. It produces masses of showy white flowers with pale green flashes from late winter through spring. It prefers partial shade and is very suitable for planting in open woodland. Soils need to be rich in organic matter, slightly acidic, moist and free-draining.Azalea Gay Paree
Has ruffled, semi-double white flowers, with bold cyclamen pink edges. They start to emerge in late winter and all through spring. May be grown in full sun but they do prefer partial shade.Azalea Madonna
Produces large, showy clusters of pure white, semi-double, trumpet-shaped flowers from early spring. Compact tidy bush, evergreen, that prefers to be grown in dappled light where soils are moist, free-draining, slightly acidic and with plenty of organic material.Azalea Red Ruffles
A small shrub with stunning colour in spring and again in autumn. Has an elegant, ruffle edged bloom of bright violet red. The bountiful bloom will add beauty and elegance to your garden or in your patio containers. Prefers moist acid soil in a mostly shaded area.Azalea White Schame
White Schame is a small evergreen shrub that has an abundance of white flowers in late winter to spring and a sporodic display again in autumn. Prefers a cool moist position in acid soil so avoid lime for this gorgeous azalea.Azalea Silver Anniversary
Light pink, gently shaded white towards petal tips. Full semi- double hose-in-hose type blooms with frilled edges. Plant in groups to light up a shady spot in the garden. Abundant spring flowering. Avoid Lime.Azalea Salmonea
A Indica hybrid with vigorous growth and profuse flowering. Flowers with deep pink throat, shading to lighter margins. After flowering in spring, pinch back new growth to encourage bud formation. Frost hardy and prefers acidic soil.Azalea Red Frills
Deciduous Azalea. An upright, evergreen shrub that is cold hardy. With its deep salmon flowers in early Spring they are heavily ruffled and look stunning against the lush green foliage. Mulch roots regularly to keep cool. Happiest in semi-shade and acidic soil.Azalea Ripples
A magnificent low growing, frost tolerant evergreen azalea with large frilled pink flowers in abundance. Purple - bronze foliage in winter. Spot flowering in autumn with main blooms in spring. Beautiful mass planted in a landscape or as a specimen in the garden or a container.Azalea Sunset Serenade
Soft and sumptuous blooms form in pretty, rounded trusses to give an outstanding show. This deciduous Azalea has fragrant flowers of peach pink, yellow and cream with a bright flare of golden yellow spots. Happiest in acidic soil and a sheltered position. Mulch roots regularly to keep cool.Azalea Brides Bouquet
Kerrigan Indica. .This lovely evergreen azalea has clear white double flowers with masses of petals that make a splendid show in spring. This compact grower is happiest is a slightly acid soil in filtered sunlight where soil doesn't dry out. Great in woodland, borders and containers.Azalea Guanda Pink
Azalea Guanda Pink Has large, salmon-pink flowers from winter and into late spring. Like all Azaleas these are acid loving plants that require a sheltered spot in sun - part shade. Hardy and compact.Azalea Golden Lights
Fragrant and exceptionally hardy providing a massive display of brilliant, golden yellow single blooms with salmon pink highlights in late spring after opening from red-orange buds. Lush, bright green foliage, excellent for massing in shrub borders and perennial beds, or as a vibrant flowering foundation plant.Azalea Sweet Inspiration
Fragrant, light pink flowers with pale pink centre and light yellow flare on the upper lobe. A free flowering shrub that provides a big splash of colour in spring. Plant in partial shade in acid soil.Azalea Sweet Nellie
A hardy, evergreen shrub that is a real cutie with its semi-double cerise pink flowers in Spring. With a slight fragrance they flower from late Winter into early Spring. Fresh green foliage and prefer part sun part shade with an acid fertiliser.Azalea Tangerine Tap
Dark burnt orange flowers abound in spring from this gorgeous deciduous azalea. This Azalea would look fabulous planted with Clivia under deciduous trees or combined with terracotta. Plant in sun or semi-shade in deep acid soil for best results.Azalea Whitehouse
Forms a dense spreading evergreen shrub. Single, white spring flowers can repeat during autumn and winter. Best with good soil in a dappled shaded position. Keep well watered over hot, dry periods. Avoid lime.Azalea Paradise Pixie
Clusters of small, soft magenta, hose in hose flowers. Hardy, prefer partial shade and are very suitable for planting in pots or borders. Soils need to be rich in organic matter, slightly acidic, moist and free-draining.Azalea White Ice
One of the purest white deciduous azaleas that there is. Flowers in nice rounded trusses have the lightest yellow flare on the upper lobe which fades to leave the pure white flowers. Delightful sweet scent. Mid-season flowering.Azalea Barbacue
A medium ball shaped truss of a soft but rich salmon-apricot orange with deeper salmon markings, usually with a doubled centre. A very popular colour and a smaller growing compact plant. Prefers part shade or full sun, mulch well. Too much shade will have a detrimental affect on flowering.Azalea Pacific Twilight
Indica. An abundance of clear mauve pink flowers make a stunning display in late September. Small shiny green oval leaves cover the bush all year providing a great contrast to the stunning display of pink flowers.Azalea Kiwi Anniversary
Kiwi Anniversary. White hose in hose flowers, on a compact tidy bush, evergreen, that prefers to be grown in dappled light where soils are moist, free-draining, slightly acidic and with plenty of organic material.Azalea Waeles Favourite
Evergreen Azalea. Flowers are a double rich pink edged with white. Long season blooming. They are a hardy shrubs with a dense, rounded growth habit. Suitable for growing in either full sun or semi-shade where soils are moist, free-draining, slightly acidic and rich in humus.Azalea Waeles Beauty
Waeles Beauty. Rich cherry red double flowers, green foliage. They are a hardy, evergreen shrub with a dense, rounded growth habit. Suitable for growing in either full sun or semi-shade where soils are moist, free-draining, slightly acidic and rich in humus.Azalea Violacea Multiflora
A very pretty evergreen Azalea with deep violet double blooms that smother the bush for a long period near the end of winter to mid spring. Well behaved and easy to grow it is ideal for mass planting in morning sun or semi-shade. Avoid lime.Azalea The Teacher
Double red and white variegated flowers. Very showy throughout spring. A hardy shrub with a dense, rounded growth habit. Great to use in Japanese-themed gardens, for bonsai, borders and in containers. Suitable for semi-shade where soils are moist, free-draining, slightly acidic and rich in humus.Azalea Southern Aurora
A hardy shrub valued for the masses of Double deep apricot salmon flowers, muted with white that are produced from winter through to late spring. Azaleas do well in slightly acidic soil. Prefer a shady position but can handle sunny spots where they will be more compact.They like moist soil.Azalea Red Glitters
A single, simple, vibrant coral red bloom cover this shrub in spring. Makes a lovely low hedge, pot plant or feature planting, especially in woodland or Japanese style gardens.Azalea Orange Glow
A real stunning, low maintenance, deciduous shrub that has very showy, fragrant flowers with tones of orange, pink and yellow, in Mid Spring to Early Summer. With green foliage it prefers part sun part shade. Great to use in the garden for that POP of colour.Azalea Crosshill Frills
Set the spring garden on fire with the glowing coppery yellow blooms of this showy deciduous Azalea. The blooms are large, rounded . Plant in sun or part shade in well drained acid soil. Fresh green summer foliage with autumn tones prior to leaf fall.Azalea Autumn Royalty
Autumn Royalty is a super heat tough and lace bug resistant Azalea. It has stunning fuchsia blooms that repeat in spring, summer and autumn. After 3 years of testing we are yet to see flower blight on this plant.Azalea Elsa Karger
A hardy evergreen shrub that grows masses of lovely semi-double red flowers from Autumn to Spring along side dark green glossy foliage. Happiest grown in dappled light, acidic soil that is well drained. Can be grown in a pot to provide colour through the flowering season.Azalea Elsie Lee
Award winning evergreen with stunning double flowers in Spring. A neat grower with a fairly upright habit. Beautiful mauve flowers with brown spots in the throat. A hardy evergreen shrub that prefers Part sun part shade with slight acidic soil and is free draining.Azalea Fielders White
Vigorous Azalea for full or filtered sun bearing masses of spectacular single white flowers with a red throat in Winter/Spring.Azalea Georges Girl
The flowers of this pretty Azalea are a delightful combination of cream, lemon and peach tones. Blooms are borne in profusion on a compact and well-rounded bush. Quite stunning. Happiest in acidic soil and a sheltered position. Mulch roots regularly to keep cool. Fragrant Flower. DeciduousAzalea Gretel
Indica. Evergreen azalea of masses of scented, semi-double, pink and white flowers from winter until late spring. It is a compact and hardy shrub. Prefer partial shade on well-drained acidic soil.Azalea Happy Days
Outstanding, prolific bloomer with deep violet, double blooms. Lush, bright green foliage provides wonderful backdrop. Makes a showy landscape accent or mass for a stunning effect.