Do azalea plants need sun or shade?

Do azalea plants need sun or shade?

Azaleas do well in full sun or part shade (about four hours of sun). Planted in full sun, azaleas will be more compact and floriferous. When planted in part shade, they will stretch toward the sunlight and form a more graceful habit; flowers will not be as plentiful but will last longer.

Which azalea is the most fragrant?

Regarded as one of the most fragrant deciduous Azaleas, Rhododendron ‘Fragrant Star’ is a pretty addition to the mid spring garden with its masses of very strongly scented, funnel-shaped, pure white flowers, up to 1.5 in. wide (3-4 cm). The deciduous foliage of blue-green leaves is equally attractive.

What is the most hardy azalea?

The most hardy azalea varieties are in the “Northern Lights” series, introduced by the University of Minnesota in the 1980s….Azaleas for Zone 5 Gardens

• Mandarin Lights.
• Lemon Lights.
• Spicy Lights.
• White Lights.
• Northern Hi-Lights.
• Pink Lights.
• Western Lights.
• Candy Lights.

How big does an azalea shrub grow?

Some azaleas, including native types, reach towering heights of 20 feet or more. But home gardeners have many smaller options. Dwarf azaleas grow 2 to 3 feet tall, and many garden azaleas stay 4 to 6 feet in height. Select azaleas based on mature height and width, not their size when you buy them.

What’s the difference between azalea and rhododendron?

Azaleas are small to medium sized shrubs with many, smaller stems whilst rhododendrons tend to be larger plants with fewer stout stems. Everything about rhododendrons is on a more grand scale, with bigger flowers and foliage than azaleas.

Is azalea an evergreen?

Azaleas come in both deciduous and evergreen varieties, which means some lose their leaves for the winter while others stay green throughout the year. Azalea species that are native to North America are mostly deciduous Azaleas.

What is the best time of year to plant azaleas?

The best time to plant azaleas is in spring and fall. Plant them in a sunny spot that gets a good amount of afternoon shade. When planting azaleas, fill the hole with a 50/50 blend of existing soil and Miracle-Gro® Garden Soil for Trees & Shrubs. Once planted, gently tamp the soil and water thoroughly.

Are azaleas invasive?

This large, vigorous shrub is native from North Carolina west to East Texas. It suckers to form clumps (but not invasive ones) up to 10 feet tall. Flowers vary from pink to white to rose.

Are azaleas perennials?

Azaleas are perennial, so they’ll come back year after year, adds Fanello. “You can extend the season,” he says, “by planting late-blooming varieties, such as the pink “Sweet September,” orange “Flame Creeper” ground variety or “Weston’s Lemon Drop” that has peach buds that open into yellow flowers.”

Where’s the best place to plant an azalea?

Where to Plant Azaleas. Select a location that has morning sun and afternoon shade, or filtered light. Hot all-day sun can stress the plants and make them more susceptible to pests. Azaleas also require well-drained, acidic soil.