Red Ruffle Azalea is a dense mid-sized reblooming evergreen shrub with dark green leaves that darken even more with maturity. Its large 3-inch ruffled red flowers bloom in spring and has a smaller bloom again in fall, attracting butterflies. A very versatile plant that prefers partial sun with acidic rich, well-drained soils.
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Height: |
2' - 5' |
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Spread: |
3’ - 5’ |
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Spacing: |
4’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
7 - 10 |
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Bloom Color: |
Red |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: A low maintenance plant. Moderate water needs, properly drained soils is a must to avoid root rot. Mulch helps to keep roots from drying out. Keep away from drip lines of the walnut family. Acidify soils as needed (PH range of 5 to 6.5) Can use sulfur or iron sulfate to lower ph, and lime or limestone to raise PH. Southern climates with excessive humidity are more prone to powdery mildew, twig blights, and rust.
LANDSCAPE USES: Mass or Specimen Plantings, Woodland Gardens, Borders, Foundation Plantings, Hedges, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Spirea, Abelia, Itea
IMAGE: SoulRider.222, Red Ruffle Azalea in my front yard
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
