Azalea 'Hino-Crimson'( Kurume Hybrid)

Evergreen Azalea, Hino-crimson Azalea, Kurume Azalea

Azalea ‘Hino Crimson’ is a classic evergreen Kurume azalea renowned for its intense crimson-red flowers and compact, mounded habit. Blooming in early to mid spring, the small but abundant single flowers nearly cover the plant, creating a vivid, eye-catching display.

The foliage is small, dark green, and evergreen, forming a dense, low mound that stays neat year-round. ‘Hino Crimson’ is valued for its reliability, cold tolerance among Kurumes, and suitability for mass plantings.

Key features


Width: 4–6 ft



Height: 2–3 ft



Flower color: Bright crimson red



Bloom time: Early to mid spring



Foliage: Small, dark green, evergreen



Form: Dense, low, mounded



Life cycle: Evergreen shrub



Growing conditions


Sun: Part shade (morning sun, afternoon shade preferred)



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



Water: Moderate; consistent moisture preferred



Hardiness: USDA Zones 6a–9a



Azalea Zone: Kurume Group (Zone 6b typical)



Landscape use


Foundation plantings



Evergreen mass plantings



Woodland and shade gardens



Low borders and edging



Notes


One of the most popular Kurume azaleas for color impact



Generally deer resistant



Mulch to keep roots cool and evenly moist



Avoid hot afternoon sun to prevent leaf scorch



Prune immediately after flowering if shaping is needed

Plant type

Broadleaf Evergreen

Height

2-4'

Width

3-5'

Hardiness zones

5–8

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Spring

Flower color

Red

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Dark Green

Landscape use

Container

Shape

Spreading

Bark

Smooth

Fruit

Yes

Drought tolerant

No