Rhododendron Golden Eagle

Golden Eagle Azalea

Golden Eagle (Rhododendron ‘Golden Eagle’) is a deciduous azalea with orange flowers. Its display arrives in the later part of the rhododendron flowering season, with the exact timing influenced by local weather. Individual flowers measure about 2¾ inches across. The flower tubes widen into flared faces that display the color clearly. Contrasting orange markings add detail within the flower faces.

The green leaves have a glossy surface that gives the foliage a distinct presence between flowering seasons. Allow space for the branches to develop without crowding nearby plants or paths.

Give it acidic, humus-rich soil that stays moist and drains freely. A sheltered position with filtered light or morning sun is a useful starting point; protect the roots from prolonged drying and keep mulch clear of the stems.

Size guide
• Height: About 6 ft at 10 years; growth continues afterward
• Width: Allow for the cultivar’s natural branch spread; a verified numerical spread is not available in this reference.

Hardiness
• Approximate cold tolerance: -25°F
• USDA cold-limit equivalent: Zone 4b
This equivalence is calculated from the published temperature rating. Local conditions and summer climate also affect performance.

Best Uses
• Border
• Woodland Gardens
• Accent Plant

Plant type

Deciduous Shrub, Flowering Deciduous Shrub

Height

6 ft+

Width

4'-10'

Hardiness zones

4b–8

Sunlight

Part shade

Bloom time

Spring to summer

Flower color

Orange

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Orange, Red, Yellow

Attracts

Butterflies

Soil

Acidic, Humus rich, Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Border, Woodland Gardens

Shape

Upright

Bark

Smooth

Fruit

No

Fragrant

No

Deer resistant

No

Salt tolerant

No

Drought tolerant

No

10-year height

6 ft