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Rhododendron prunifolium: Plumleaf Azalea

Plumleaf Azalea – Heat-Tolerant Summer Bloomer

Rhododendron prunifolium is a late-flowering azalea with bright red flowers over crisp green leaves in summer to autumn. Takes heat with a smile.

Culture

Full sun to partial shade, moist well-drained humusy acidic soil. Propagate by semi-ripe cuttings late summer/autumn or layer in autumn. Many potential pests and diseases.

Features

Bright red summer/fall flowers
Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
Heat tolerant
15–30 feet tall, 6–10 feet wide

Uses

Cottage gardens, shade, woodland gardens.

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