Rhododendron schlippenbachii

Royal Azalea

Royal azalea (Rhododendron schlippenbachii) carries broad pink flowers in spring and colorful leaves in autumn. This deciduous shrub develops an upright, rounded framework that is especially effective in a sheltered woodland garden.

The plant develops a rounded outline. The leaves are shed for winter.

Choose a position with partial shade. Provide acidic, humus-rich, well-drained soil and maintain even moisture. Prune after flowering if adjustment is needed.

Size
• Height: 6-8 ft
• Width: 6-8 ft

Hardiness
• USDA Zones: 4a–6b

Best Uses
• Specimen
• Pollinator garden
• Container
• Woodland Gardens

Plant type

Deciduous Shrub, Flowering Shrub

Height

6-8 ft

Width

6-8 ft

Hardiness zones

4a–6b

Sunlight

Part shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Spring, Summer

Flower color

Pink

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Attracts

Butterflies

Soil

Acidic, Humus rich, Loamy, Moist well-drained, Sandy

Landscape use

Container, Pollinator garden, Specimen, Woodland Gardens

Shape

Rounded

Fruit

No

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

No

Salt tolerant

No

Drought tolerant

No