Red Ruffle Azalea |
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Ericaceae Rhododendron Red Ruffles |
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Grows In | Zone 8A · 10° to 15° F through Zone 9B · 25° to 30° F |
Sun Exposure | Morning Sun / Evening Shade, Dappled Light / Filtered Sun |
Soil Drainage | Well Drained |
Resistent To | Heat |
Flower Color | Red |
Blooms | Spring Blooms |
Foliage Color | Dark Green |
Average Height | 2' to 3', 3' to 4' |
Average Width | 2' to 3', 3' to 4' |
Attracts | Visual Attention |
Fragrances | None |
Red Ruffle Azalea is a moderate growing shrub that can be grown in USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 8A through 9B. It matures to an average height of 2 feet to 4 feet and an average width of 2 feet to 4 feet, depending on climate and other environmental factors. It prefers growing in a location that provides morning sun with afternoon shade or filtered sun and grows best when planted in loam, clay or silt soil that is well drained. In the spring Red Ruffle Azalea produces red flowers. The foliage is dark green in color. It attracts visual attention and is resistant to heat.
Red Ruffle Azalea can be useful in the landscape along woodland borders, in mass plantings, in foundation plantings, in containers or planters, in shrub borders, around decks, swimming pools, and other outdoor living areas, under a shade tree, in landscape beds or islands or in small groupings and also in shade gardens.
Noteworthy Characteristics
Red Ruffle is most well noted for it's masses of beautiful single to semi-double bright fuchsia red, uniquely frilly flower petals. A long time favorite of Azalea lovers, Red Ruffle is a must have for the shady woodland garden.
Uses
Excellent for use in groupings, flowering shrub borders, natural hedge, mass plantings, home foundation plantings, woodland shade gardens, asian theme gardens, cottage gardens,
Culture & Care Tips
Azaleas prefer a well draining, moist and acidic soil rich in organic matter. With the exception of Southern Indica and Encore Azaleas, most azaleas prefer some shade or filtered sun during the hottest part of the day. Follow the links below for expert planting and care tips.
How To Plant An Azalea Shrub
How To Prune Evergreen Azalea Shrubs
How To Fertilize And Water Azalea Shrubs
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