Azalea 'Rosebud'

Rosebud Azalea

Azalea ‘Rosebud’ is a beloved evergreen azalea prized for its soft rose-pink, fully double flowers that resemble miniature roses. Blooming in mid to late spring, the distinctive blossoms create a charming, old-fashioned display that has made this cultivar a longtime favorite.

The shrub develops a compact, dense, rounded habit with dark green, glossy evergreen foliage, providing year-round structure and neat form. ‘Rosebud’ is especially well suited to smaller gardens and foundation plantings.

Key features


Width: 3–5 ft



Height: 3–4 ft



Flower color: Rose-pink (double)



Bloom time: Mid to late spring



Foliage: Dark green, evergreen



Form: Dense, rounded



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 6b–9a



Landscape use


Foundation plantings



Woodland and shade gardens



Evergreen mass plantings



Mixed shrub borders



Containers in protected locations



Notes


Known for its unique rose-like double flowers



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, Flowering Shrub

Height

4'

Width

4'

Hardiness zones

5–8

Sunlight

Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Late Spring, Spring

Flower color

Hot Pink, Pink

Leaf color

Dark Green

Fall color

Dark Green

Attracts

Butterflies, Hummingbirds

Soil

Loamy well-drained, Well Drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Container, Foundation Plant, Mass Planting

Shape

Compact, Oval/Rounded

Bark

Smooth

Fruit

Yes

Drought tolerant

No