Gyokokan Azalea

Scientific Name: Rhododendron 'Gyokokan'

Also Known As

Azalea 'Gyokokan'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 5'-6'
W: 3'-4'

planting zones

6a-9b

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Gyokokan Azalea plant details

Gyokokan Azalea is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer orange and white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in acidic and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Gyokokan Azalea

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 5 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: orange and white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gyokokan Azalea

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Large, white flowers with vivid stripes and sectors of red-orange. The translated name means "Crown of Dawn". Yes, it would be great to wake up to this plant in full bloom.

By: Bloom River Gardens

The name means "Crown of Dawn" and is appropriately named as it is white with vivid stripes and sectors of red orange. The 2 1/2" to 3" flowers are particularly showy against the long narrow foliage.