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Scientific Name: Rhododendron 'Wallowa Red'

Also Known As

  • Azalea 'Wallowa Red'

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 5'-6'
  • W: 3'-4'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

8-12 inch | $34.75

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Wallowa Red Azalea plant details

Wallowa Red Azalea is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring red 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 Wallowa Red Azalea

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 5 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, container plant, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Wallowa 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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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Perhaps the deepest red flower of any of the deciduous azaleas. Midseason bloomer with 5-6 flowers in each cluster.
Excellent deep red flowers appear in large, ball-shaped trusses in late midseason. A vigorous grower with a rounded habit.

Gardening facts about Wallowa Red Azalea plant

How to Grow Wallowa Red Azalea

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
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