FLAME AZALEA
Rhododendron calendulaceum
SKU: 2135-015
Description
Flame Azalea is a stunning deciduous shrub that boasts 4-5 cm long flowers that are usually a striking orange shade, ranging from pastel to dark reddish-orange. This species is native to the Appalachian Mountains in the eastern United States, spreading from southern New York to northern Georgia. Flame Azalea is highly sought after due to its striking colors and cold hardiness. It is one of the finest ornamental shrubs in the country! Flame Azalea is secure throughout most of its range, but is listed as endangered in Ohio.
Location: Shade or part shade
Type: Hardy shrub
Height: 120-450cm
Hardiness zones: 5-8
Note: Ornamental use only. These seeds and/or plants may be poisonous.
Seeds per pack: 15
Germination: Rhododendron seeds have naturally low germination of about 40% for these seeds. 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.
Description
Flame Azalea is a stunning deciduous shrub that boasts 4-5 cm long flowers that are usually a striking orange shade, ranging from pastel to dark reddish-orange. This species is native to the Appalachian Mountains in the eastern United States, spreading from southern New York to northern Georgia. Flame Azalea is highly sought after due to its striking colors and cold hardiness. It is one of the finest ornamental shrubs in the country! Flame Azalea is secure throughout most of its range, but is listed as endangered in Ohio.
Location: Shade or part shade
Type: Hardy shrub
Height: 120-450cm
Hardiness zones: 5-8
Note: Ornamental use only. These seeds and/or plants may be poisonous.
Seeds per pack: 15
Germination: Rhododendron seeds have naturally low germination of about 40% for these seeds. 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.
