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Orchid Lights Deciduous Azalea

Azalea x 'Orchid Lights'

Category: Deciduous Shrub • Azalea

Discover the beauty of Orchid Lights Deciduous Azalea with vibrant blooms and versatile landscape uses.

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Mature Height: 3-4 feet

Mature Width: 3-4 feet

Bloom Color: Pink

Bloom Time: Spring

Light: Part Sun/Part Shade

Zone: Zones 4-8

Maintenance: Moderate

Growth Rate: Moderate

Season of Interest: Spring

Foliage: Deciduous

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Designed & Reviewed by

Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

Orchid Lights Deciduous Azalea is a stunning shrub known for its vibrant pink flowers that bloom in spring. It is a hybrid azalea that thrives in well-drained soil and offers a beautiful display of color.

Ideal Conditions

Prefers partial shade to full sun and well-drained soil. Requires moderate moisture and benefits from mulching.

Soil Preferences

Well-drained, acidic to neutral pH, and adaptable to various soil types.

Sun Needs

Part Sun/Part Shade

Watering Needs

Requires regular watering, especially during dry spells, to maintain healthy growth.

Pruning Notes

Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth.

Fertilizing Notes

Use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring for optimal blooming.

Common Issues

May face issues with root rot in poorly drained soils and can attract pests like lace bugs.

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

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Special Features

Vibrant bloomsattractive foliage

Wildlife Value

Attracts pollinators and provides habitat.

Resistance / Tolerance

Moderate drought tolerance

Notes from Our Designer

Great for adding color in spring. Consider grouping for a more dramatic effect.

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