Hino-Crimson Azalea

Tags: Azalea
Azalea x'Hino-Crimson' (Kurume hybrid)

Hardy azalea thrives in cold climates! Profusion of single, crimson blooms. Premier flowering shrub for use as hedge, walkway border or in massed planting for impressive color display. Semi-evergreen.

Category:
Light Requirements:
Partial sun
Mature Size:
2-4 ft. tall, 3-5 ft. wide.
Cold Hardiness Zone:
6-9
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Foliage Color:
Green
Flower Color:
Red
Bloom Period:
Spring
Water Requirements:
Moderate, Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.

Care Instructions

Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Provide well drained soil, rich in organic matter. Feed with an acid fertilizer after bloom. Keep roots cool with a thick layer of mulch. Pruning time: spring after flowering.