Photo of Hexe Azalea flower by Greer Gardens Inc.

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Scientific Name: Rhododendron 'Hexe'

Also Known As

  • Azalea 'Hexe'

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 2'-4'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

6-9 inch | $30.75

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Hexe Azalea plant details

Hexe Azalea is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring red flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - 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 Hexe Azalea

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, container plant, dwarf, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hexe Azalea

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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

2 inch dark fuchsia, hose-in-hose, ruffled flowers open May into June. Often requested. Introduced in Germany in 1878.
Deep fuchsia flowers have a hose-in-hose configuration, creating a mass of ruffled blooms mid to late season. 'Hexe' is a very sturdy, dense, low growing plant.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Hexe Azalea plant

How to Grow Hexe Azalea

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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