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King's Red Azalea
Scientific Name: Rhododendron 'King's Red'
Also Known As
- Azalea 'King's Red'
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 5'-6'
- W: 5'-6'
planting zones
- 5a-9b
King's Red Azalea plant details
King's Red Azalea is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring red flowers emerge. Attracts 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 King's Red Azalea
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: ericaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 5 FT - 6 FT - wide, 5 FT - 6 FT - tall
- Flowers: red blooms in spring
- Uses: border plant, container plant, woodland garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for King's Red 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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How to Grow King's Red Azalea
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- acidic
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
Wildlife
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Width: 5'-6'
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - regular
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