Scientific Name
Rhododendron austrinum
Common Name
Florida azalea

Hardiness Zones: 7 to 9
Habit: Deciduous
Growth Rate: --
Site Requirements: Partial shade; moist, well-drained soil
Height: 8 to 10 feet
Width: 8 to 10 feet
Texture: Medium
Form: Loose multi-stemmed shrub; upright
Flower/Fruit: Clear yellow, cream, gold-orange to almost red flowers in spring before leaves emerge
Foliage: Alternate, simple dark green leaves; yellow to bronze-orange fall color
Comments: Drought tolerant; easy to grow; native to lower southeastern US
Cultivars: --
   



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