Buy Homebush Azalea

Scientific Name: Rhododendron 'Homebush'

Also Known As

Azalea 'Homebush'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-10'
W: 4'-8'

planting zones

5a-9b

8-12 inch | $40.75

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Homebush Azalea plant details

Homebush Azalea is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring pink 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, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Homebush Azalea

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: award-winning, border plant, container plant, floriferous, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Homebush Azalea

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Lovely bright pink, semi double, flowers bloom in late spring against a backdrop of green leaves. This azalea is one of the most popular of the deciduous, pink flowering varieties.

By: Garden World

One of Knap Hill's best selections. Semi-double, rose pink flowers in tight trusses look like clusters of small pom poms each spring. Twiggy deciduous shrub. Grow in evenly moist, well drained acidic soils in full to filtered sun. Hardy to at least -25 °F.

By: Bloom River Gardens

Semidouble, rose pink flowers in tight, ball shaped trusses that are most delightful. A little different and so attractive 'Homebush' is one of the most popular azaleas. When customers see it in flower, they want it immediately. It brings conversation to the garden!