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Rhododendron Obtusm

Hiryu Azalea

Kurume hybrids are dense, twiggy plants with small leaves and small profuse flowers. A popular heritage plant found in old gardens, especially the South. Hardy to 5 to 10 degrees F (USDA Hardiness Zone 7a), this beautiful flowerer has been overused as a foundation plant.

Plant type
Broadleaf Evergreen
Height
1.5'-1.5'
Width
3'-3'
Hardiness zones
6–9
Flower color
Orange, Pink
Leaf color
Green
Attracts
Butterflies
Soil
Loamy, Normal, Sandy
Shape
Rounded
Fruit
No
Fragrant
No
Deer resistant
No
Salt tolerant
No
Drought tolerant
No