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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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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.

Maintenance Notes

Moderate

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Frequently Asked Questions

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