Tangerine Delight Azalea

Scientific Name: Rhododendron 'Tangerine Delight'

Also Known As

Rhododendron x 'Tangerine Delight'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 10'-12'
W: 6'-8'

planting zones

6a-8b

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Tangerine Delight Azalea plant details

Tangerine Delight 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 bright shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tangerine Delight Azalea

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 10 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, fragrant, hedge, screen

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tangerine Delight Azalea

USDA Zones: 6a - 8b
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A hybrid of our native azalea species. Blooms in mid spring with lively orange, show stopping flowers. One the easiest of the native varieties to grow and a great choice for a gardener starting a native collection. 'Tangerine Delight' is a prolific bloomer and thought to be among the best of the orange flowered varieties.