Buy Red Wing Azalea

Scientific Name: Rhododendron 'Redwings'

Also Known As

Azalea 'Red Bird'
Azalea 'Red Ruffles'
Azalea 'Red Wing'
Azalea 'Redwings'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

7a-9b

6-9 inch | $34.75

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Red Wing Azalea plant details

Red Wing Azalea is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and winter red 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 seaside / salt tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Red Wing Azalea

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Red Wing Azalea

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: seaside / salt and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

3 inch, hose-in-hose, ruffled, strong red flowers cover this plant in late May into June. Also sold under the names 'Redwings', 'Red Bird', and 'Red Ruffles'. By whatever name it is a beautiful, late blooming azalea.