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Growing Info

Scarification: none required

Stratification: none required

Germination: requires light for germination, surface sow and keep moist

Native to: Southeastern US

Native

Introduced

Rhododendron X bakeriRhododendron bakeri

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Baker's Azalea, Cumberland Azalea

In Stock: 0.044 lb (Total:0.081lb)

Rhododendron bakeri

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0.04 lb NC

Details

Germination:

40%

Germination test:

estimate

Purity:

70%

Seeds per lb:

1,592,500

Quantity:

0.04 lb

Collected in:

North Carolina

Crop year:

2024

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1835735

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: none required

Stratification: none required

Germination: requires light for germination, surface sow and keep moist

Native to: Southeastern US

Native

Introduced

Discover the beauty of Rhododendron x bakeri, commonly known as Baker's Azalea or Cumberland Azalea. This compact, native shrub belongs to the Ericaceae family and thrives in the eastern United States. Reaching a stylish height and width of 3 to 8 feet, it flaunts striking pink, orange or red blossoms that captivate throughout the summer. A natural hybrid of R. canescens and R. flammeum, Baker's Azalea is perfect for woodland settings or pollinator gardens where its showy tubular blooms attract hummingbirds and bees.

Favoring a moist, well-drained, acidic, and humus-rich soil, this shrub shows resilience to occasional wet conditions and needs partial shade to escape harsh summer sun. With its broadleaf evergreen and deciduous characteristics, it offers a lush, rounded aesthetic while requiring minimal maintenance. Ideal for USDA zones 5 through 8, this plant is a stunning addition to any naturalized area or as a standout specimen. Transform your landscape with this impressive native plant that brings both beauty and wildlife right to your backyard.