Huge pink flowers cover this Japanese Azalea in spring and early summer! The leaves are also very attractive, large and shiny! These shrubs can be grown in grass, or in woodland areas. Plants are tolerant of acidic soils, as those found under evergreen trees. Seeds are very limited supply.

These plants can also be used for bonsai, though it is typically a large shrub.

Location: Sun or shade

Height: up to 8' or 2.4m

Type: Shrub

Hardiness zones: 7 and up

Note: Ornamental use only. These seeds and/or plants are poisonous.

Germination: Rhododendron seeds have naturally low germination of about 30-40%. Start these seeds right away to preserve viability, no matter the time of year. These seeds require light for germination. Surface sow the seeds on a sterile seed-start mix, and keep continually moist until plants germinate. Germinate at room temperature. Seeds germinate in about 6-8 weeks.