The lovely pink flowers of the Rose Azalea or Rhododendron x ‘Girard’s Rose’ welcome in the warm spring weather. Bright pink, trumpet-shaped flowers have ruffled petals that add extra elegance to the already stunning flowers. The color-matched anthers give the flowers a monochromatic look. Glossy green foliage pairs nicely with the flowers and gives the shrub a full and dense appearance year-round.
The Rose Azalea is an excellent choice for a bed or border. The regal flowers make a stunning mass planting or low hedge to define different areas in a yard. Plant several of these azaleas along a foundation wall for a burst of color. The evergreen foliage provides consistent color all year. The Rose Azalea attracts and supports pollinators. Grow this beauty in zones 6 through 11.
Rose Azalea Care
The Rose Azalea is adaptable, but it grows best with rich, acidic soil. The ideal soil will be moist and promote drainage. Choose a planting location in full to part sun. Keep the soil moist, especially during a dry period. Fertilize using a product intended for acid-loving plants or rhododendrons.
Remove crossed branches and shape the plant as necessary after the flowers fade in late spring or early summer. Spread a thick layer of mulch around the bush in the fall to protect the shallow root system from chilly winter temperatures.
Rose Azalea Spacing
The Rose Azalea reaches 2 to 3 feet tall and wide. Space plants 2 to 3 feet apart when creating a hedge. Grow this azalea in a 24-inch wide container with drainage for more flexible placement options.
Rose Azalea Information
USDA Hardiness Zones: 6 to 11
Plant Type:
Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 4 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height: 2 – 3 Feet
Mature Spread: 2 – 3 Feet
Spacing: 2 – 3 Feet
Habit: Mounded
Flower Color(s): Pink
Flower Description: Rich Pink Flowers
Bloom Period: Spring
Foliage Type: Evergreen
Foliage Color(s): Green
Foliage Description: Green Shades
Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering
Watering: Average
Resists: N/A
Tolerates: N/A
Attracts: N/A
Container Role:
Uses: Borders, Hedges & Privacy, Mass Planting
Features: Attracts Pollinators
Brand:
Common Name: Rose Azalea
Other Name(s): The Royalty of the Garden, Lali Guras
