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Azalea 'Mandarin Lights'-Deciduous Variety-Vibrant Orange Blooms 3 Gallon

Azalea 'Mandarin Lights'-Deciduous Variety-Vibrant Orange Blooms 3 Gallon

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Azalea 'Mandarin Lights'

Azalea 'Mandarin Lights'

Description

The Azalea 'Mandarin Lights' is a stunning deciduous azalea known for its vibrant, fiery orange blooms that appear in late spring. This cultivar is part of the Northern Lights series, bred for cold hardiness and exceptional floral display. Its bright flowers and lush green foliage make it a standout in any garden setting.

Suggested Uses

This azalea is perfect for use in mixed borders, woodland gardens, or as a striking standalone specimen. Its vivid colors and compact size also make it suitable for container gardening on patios and terraces.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Azalea 'Mandarin Lights'
  • Common Name Common Name: Mandarin Lights' Deciduous Azalea
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 4-5 feet tall and wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 4-7
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Late spring
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes, attracts bees and butterflies
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: Yes
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Rhododendrons, ferns, hostas

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall; ensure good drainage
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Acidic, well-drained soil
  • Humidity Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to maintain shape
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder climates
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as the nursery pot
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Use a slow-release fertilizer in spring
  • Special Care Special Care: Protect from harsh afternoon sun in hot climates
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