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Lilac Lights Azalea

Scientific Name: Rhododendron 'Lilac Lights'

Also Known As

  • Azalea 'Lilac Lights'
  • Rhododendron Lilac Lights™

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 3'-4'
  • W: 2'-4'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Lilac Lights Azalea plant details

Lilac Lights Azalea is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring lavender and purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees 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 verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lilac Lights Azalea

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: lavender and purple blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, container plant, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lilac Lights Azalea

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The bright lilac-pink flowers are deeper in hue on this improved version of 'Orchid Lights. This delightful and compact 2-4' shrub is very hardy and the pretty blooms make it a delight wherever it is planted! Its stunning burgundy fall color only adds to its appeal. S-PSh/M
This is an improved form of 'Orchid Lights'. It has a deeper lilac color that does not fade and is more uniform in its growing characteristics.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

An improved form of Orchid Lights. It has a deeper lilac color that does not fade and more uniform growing characteristics. Late-midseason.

Gardening facts about Lilac Lights Azalea plant

How to Grow Lilac Lights Azalea

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
    • purple
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Wildlife

    • bees
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