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Flame Azalea

Rhododendron calendulaceum, Ericaceae

Zones
5–8
Layer
Shrub
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator Attractor

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Sun (optimal)Partial Shade (acceptable)

Water

Moderate

Soil pH

4.5 – 6

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Japanese MapleAcer palmatum
Shade Provision
Flowering DogwoodCornus florida
Shade ProvisionPollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Catawba RhododendronRhododendron catawbiense

Both rhododendrons release growth-inhibiting chemicals and compete for acidic soil resources

Evergreen AzaleaRhododendron indicum

Rhododendron species exhibit allelopathic interference and root competition

Pinxterbloom AzaleaRhododendron periclymenoides

Native azaleas produce allelopathic compounds and compete for acidic woodland conditions

Uses

Functions

OrnamentalWildlife Habitat

Common Questions

What zones does Flame Azalea grow in?

Flame Azalea grows in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Flame Azalea?

Good companions for Flame Azalea include Japanese Maple, Flowering Dogwood.

Design guilds with Flame Azalea and see companion relationships visually.

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