Kurume Azalea
Common Name: Kurume Azalea
Species Name: Rhododendron x obtusum
Family Name: Ericaceae
Examples of Kurume Azalea Rhododendron x obtusum
| Plant Facts | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Japan |
| Sun Preference | Shade |
ID Characteristics
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Leaf and Stem Characteristics
- Plant Height: 3-foot diameter, 4-foot height
- Leaves: Simple, alternate, 1 inch long, 1/2 inch wide, ovate, appear whorled at tips, pubescent, evergreen to semi-evergreen
| Habitat/Ecology | |
|---|---|
| Soil Preference | Well-drained, fertile |
| USDA Cold Hardiness Zone | 6º |
| Notes | Can develop iron chlorosis; sensitive to heat and drought |