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    Molalla Red Azalea

    Scientific Name: Rhododendron 'Molalla Red'

    Also Known As

    • Azalea 'Molalla Red'

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 5'-6'
    • W: 4'-5'

    planting zones

    • 5a-9b

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    Molalla Red Azalea plant details

    Molalla Red Azalea is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring red flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with 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 Molalla Red Azalea

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: ericaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 4 FT - 5 FT - wide, 5 FT - 6 FT - tall
    Flowers: red blooms in spring
    Uses: border plant, container plant, woodland garden

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Molalla Red Azalea

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

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Bright red, tubular flowers on a dense, growing shrub. This selection will brighten any garden.

    By: Bloom River Gardens

    Fascinating bright red, tubular flowers atop a mounding bush make a perfect complement to other strong colored azaleas in your garden! This variety is a splendid addition from the Exbury family.

    By: Greer Gardens Inc.

    Strong red flowers, wavy-edged and funnel-shaped, are arranged in large ball-shaped trusses. Blooms late in the azalea season. Upright habit.

    By: Briggs Plant Propagators

    Gardening facts about Molalla Red Azalea plant

    How to Grow Molalla Red Azalea

    • Sun Exposure

      • 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

      • bees

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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