Buy Tangelo Azalea

Scientific Name: Rhododendron 'Tangelo'

Also Known As

Azalea 'Tangelo'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-8'
W: 5'-8'

planting zones

4b-9b

8-12 inch | $30.75

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Tangelo Azalea plant details

Tangelo Azalea is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring orange flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tangelo Azalea

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 5 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, container plant, fragrant, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tangelo Azalea

USDA Zones: 4b - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Large, fragrant orange flowers in tight ball-shaped trusses cover this plant in early to mid May.

By: Bloom River Gardens

Like biting into a sweet, juicy tangelo, soft, warm orange floods the garden when this flowers. It isn't a deep orange but a true sparkling orange that radiates. Vigorous and easy to grow, it should be hardy to at least -25oF, so you don't have to worry about its durability. Stands sun and heat.