Azalea Exbury Chetco

Chetco Exbury Azalea

Azalea Exbury ‘Chetco’ is a classic deciduous azalea known for its warm, glowing flower color and strong spring performance. Blooming in mid to late spring, the large, single flowers open in rich salmon-pink to soft coral tones, often accented with a subtle golden or apricot flare, creating a vibrant yet refined display.

The shrub forms a sturdy, upright to broadly rounded habit with fresh green deciduous foliage that emerges after flowering, making it especially effective in woodland settings and mixed shrub borders.

Key features
Width: 4–6 ft
Height: 5–7 ft
Flower color: Salmon-pink to coral with warm golden/apricot flare
Bloom time: Mid to late spring
Foliage: Medium green, deciduous
Form: Upright to broadly rounded shrub
Life cycle: Deciduous shrub

Growing conditions
Sun: Full sun to part shade (afternoon shade preferred in warmer climates)
Soil: Acidic, moist, well-drained; rich in organic matter
Water: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
Hardiness: USDA Zones 5–8

Landscape use
Woodland and naturalized gardens
Mixed shrub borders
Spring specimen plantings
Mass plantings for seasonal color

Notes
Warm flower tones pair well with yellows, creams, and deeper pink Exbury azaleas
Deciduous habit allows increased light penetration after bloom
Mulch to conserve moisture and protect shallow roots
Prune immediately after flowering if shaping is needed
Reliable, cold-hardy Exbury selection

Plant type

Deciduous Shrub, Flowering Shrub

Height

4-6'

Width

5-7'

Hardiness zones

4–8

Sunlight

Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Late Spring, Spring

Flower color

Yellow

Leaf color

Green

Soil

Loamy well-drained, Sandy well-drained

Landscape use

Container, Specimen

Shape

Broad Upright

Bark

Smooth

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No