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Orange Kyushu Azalea
Scientific Name: Rhododendron kiusianum orange form
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 2'-3'
- W: 3'-5'
planting zones
- 6a-9b
Orange Kyushu Azalea plant details
Orange Kyushu Azalea is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring apricot and 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, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Orange Kyushu Azalea
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: ericaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
- Flowers: apricot and orange blooms in spring
- Uses: border plant, woodland garden, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Orange Kyushu Azalea
- USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: snail / slug, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained
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How to Grow Orange Kyushu Azalea
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- acidic
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- orange
- apricot
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- snail / slug resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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