Midnight Flare Azalea

Scientific Name: Rhododendron 'Midnight Flare'

Also Known As

Rhododendron x 'Midnight Flare'

Plant type

shrub

size

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

planting zones

6a-9b

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Midnight Flare Azalea plant details

Midnight Flare Azalea is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring red flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled 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 Midnight Flare Azalea

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring
Uses: award-winning, compact, easy-to-grow, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Midnight Flare Azalea

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Oh me oh my oh! When Midnight Flare is in flower everyone says where can I get that! It produces some of the deepest and richest, fiery, clear red flowers known in the Azalea world. The 2" wide blossoms seemingly cover up the plant in spring and are held against a foil of deep green, slightly bronze tinged foliage. Midnight Flare Azalea has a naturally medium to small rounded growth habit. Winner of the 2010 Rhododendron of the Year for the Southeastern US by the American Rhododendron Society.