Azalea 'Homebush'

Homebush Exbury Azalea

Azalea ‘Homebush’ is a showy deciduous azalea celebrated for its large, double, rose-pink flowers borne in rounded trusses. Blooming in late spring, the blossoms appear just after the leaves expand, creating a bold, old-fashioned display. In autumn, foliage turns vibrant orange to red, adding a second season of interest.

The shrub forms an upright to rounded habit with good density and strong presence in the landscape. As a deciduous azalea, it tolerates a bit more sun than evergreen types and brings excellent seasonal color.

Key features


Width: 5–6 ft



Height: 5–6 ft



Flower color: Rose-pink (double)



Bloom time: Late spring



Foliage: Green; deciduous with red-orange fall color



Form: Upright, rounded shrub



Life cycle: Deciduous shrub



Growing conditions


Sun: Full sun to part shade (best bloom with morning sun)



Soil: Acidic, moist, well-drained; rich in organic matter



Water: Moderate; consistent moisture preferred



Hardiness: USDA Zones 5b–8b



Landscape use


Specimen shrub



Mixed shrub borders



Woodland and naturalized gardens



Seasonal accent plantings



Notes


Classic heirloom deciduous azalea with excellent flower form



Generally more sun tolerant than evergreen azaleas



Mulch to conserve moisture and protect roots



Prune immediately after flowering if shaping is needed

Plant type

Deciduous Shrub, Flowering Shrub

Height

6'

Width

5'

Hardiness zones

5–8

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Late Spring, Spring

Flower color

Hot Pink, Pink

Leaf color

Dark Green

Attracts

Butterflies, Hummingbirds

Soil

Loamy

Landscape use

Container, Mass Planting

Shape

Broad Upright

Bark

Smooth

Drought tolerant

No