Rhododendron austrinum 'Escatawpa'

Also Known As

Escatawpa Florida Flame Deciduous Native Azalea

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-12'
W: 4'-8'

planting zones

6a-9b

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Rhododendron austrinum 'Escatawpa' plant details

Rhododendron austrinum 'Escatawpa' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring apricot and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron austrinum 'Escatawpa'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: apricot and yellow blooms in spring
Uses: fragrant, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron austrinum 'Escatawpa'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, heat and humidity
Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Still one of the best of the yellow deciduous native azaleas, Escatawpa is vigorous selection of the native Florida Flame Azalea producing nice rich yellow clusters of wonderfully fragrant flowers that emerge from dark gold and orange buds. With its hardy disposition and excellent vigor, Escatawpa was used by the Dodd's as one of the parents of their heat tolerant Confederate series azaleas.

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How to Grow Rhododendron austrinum 'Escatawpa'

Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- acidic
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- apricot
- yellow
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous