This attractive rhododendron 39amoena39 makes a welcome addition to a patio or border as it39s a low maintenance shrub for year round interest this japanese azalea has a compact spreading habit and is suitable for a sunny or semi shaded spot but the real feature is the display of showy magenta blooms that cloak the plant during april and may it39s hard to see the foliage as the mass of flowers shout out for well45deserved attention height and spread 120cm 40483441