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Growing Info

Scarification: none required

Stratification: none required

Germination: surface sow on peat or sphagnum moss and keep moist by misting.|requires light for germination

Other: spring sowing is preferred|Sterile soil should be used, care should be taken to not sow the seed too thick

Native to: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi

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Rhododendron austrinumRhododendron austrinum

Florida Azalea, Orange Azalea

In Stock: 0.038 lb (Total:0.038lb)

Rhododendron austrinum

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0.04 lb NC

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Germination:

40%

Germination test:

estimate

Purity:

85%

Seeds per lb:

1,891,250

Quantity:

0.04 lb

Collected in:

North Carolina

Crop year:

2025

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1837380

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: none required

Stratification: none required

Germination: surface sow on peat or sphagnum moss and keep moist by misting.|requires light for germination

Other: spring sowing is preferred|Sterile soil should be used, care should be taken to not sow the seed too thick

Native to: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi

Native

Introduced

Experience the vibrant allure of the Rhododendron austrinum, commonly known as the Florida Azalea or Orange Azalea. Perfect for adding a splash of color to your landscape, this deciduous shrub in the Ericaceae family dazzles with fragrant, funnel-shaped flowers in stunning hues of yellow, peach, and orange-red. Whether you have a love for native plants or simply seek to attract pollinators, the Florida Azalea is an ideal choice, drawing hummingbirds and bees to your garden.

Native to the southeastern United States and thriving in USDA zones 6 to 9, this large shrub can reach 8 to 10 feet in height and width. Its elliptic, soft green leaves and showy blooms emerge in early spring, infusing your garden with a burst of color and fragrance. For optimal growth, plant Florida Azalea in partial shade with well-drained, acidic soil, ensuring protection from harsh afternoon sun to prevent foliage scorch.

Maintain its vigor by pruning post-bloom and amending soils to improve drainage and prevent root problems. Considered both rabbit-tolerant and drought-tolerant, once established, this azalea adds variety to woodland gardens, shrub borders, and mixed borders. Embrace the charm of the Florida Azalea and watch your garden come alive!