Coral Bell Azalea

Scientific Name: Rhododendron 'Kirin'

Also Known As

Azalea 'Coral Bells'
Azalea 'Coralbells'
Azalea x 'Coral Bells'
Rhododendron 'Coral Bells'
Rhododendron 'Coralbells'
Coral Bells Kurume Hybrid Azalea

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 2'-4'
W: 3'-5'

planting zones

6a-9b

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Coral Bell Azalea plant details

Coral Bell Azalea is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring coral and pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with 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 Coral Bell Azalea

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: coral and pink blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, container plant, dwarf, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Coral Bell Azalea

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

1.5 inch, hose-in-hose, rose-pink flowers appear in early spring and completely cover the plant. Brought in from Japan in the early 1900's.

By: Bloom River Gardens

Coral Bell is very dwarf and early blooming. Outstanding pink flowers are a true sign that spring is here.

By: Fantastic Plants

Double soft pink flowers.

By: Thompson's Nursery

Blooming in March with 1" hose-in-hose flowers are a warm rose-pink with darker veins. Low and spreading, 'Coral Bells' mounds to 2½' high. A very special form.