Light Needs
Mature Height
Mature Spread
Growing Zones
Rhododendron ‘Amagasa’ is an extremely floriferous shrub with eye-catching spring color! Its clusters of classic azalea flowers are bright coral with deeper orange flecks. Growing just 3-4 feet tall and wide, Amagasa Azalea is ideal for small gardens. Its upright growth habit and shiny, evergreen leaves add structural, year-round interest.
Amagasa Azalea is a slow-growing and long-lived shrub. It makes a stunning specimen plant due to its vibrant flowers and glossy leaves. This shrub lends itself well to mixed borders and foundation plantings, creating an attractive backdrop to shorter perennials. It is compact enough to grow in front of taller trees and shrubs in a layered planting. Amagasa Azalea also looks marvelous when grown in mass plantings or as a low-growing hedge.
Amagasa Azalea Care
Plant Amagasa Azalea in moist, well-drained soil. Amagasa Azalea needs acidic soil to prevent chlorosis—the yellowing of leaves—caused by nutrient deficiencies. If your soil is too alkaline, amend it with acidifying products such as aluminum sulfate. Incorporating compost into the soil will also help this shrub thrive. In spring, fertilize your azalea with a slow-release fertilizer formulated for acidic-loving plants. Keep Amagasa Azalea consistently watered during its first year after planting. Mulching will help retain soil moisture and insulate the roots through winter. Amagasa Azalea can be grown in full sun to partial shade, and appreciates afternoon shade in hot climates.
As a low-maintenance plant, Amagasa Azalea will not need routine pruning. However, overlapping and dead branches can be removed to increase air circulation. Azaleas can also be pruned to about a foot from the ground for height control. Prune after the flowers have faded in spring to ensure you do not accidentally snip off any developing flower buds.
Amagasa Azalea Spacing
Amagasa Azalea can be spaced 4-6 feet apart. If using this shrub for mass plantings, a spacing of about 4 feet apart works best for a fuller look.
Amagasa Azalea Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 6 |
| Plant Type: |
| Light Exposure: Partial Shade to Full Sun (At Least 4 Hours of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 3 Feet |
| Mature Spread: 4 Feet |
| Spacing: 4 Feet |
| Habit: Spreading, Upright |
| Flower Color(s): Orange, Red |
| Flower Description: Coral blooms with Red flecks |
| Bloom Period: Spring |
| Foliage Type: Evergreen |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: Green Shades |
| Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: N/A |
| Tolerates: N/A |
| Attracts: N/A |
| Container Role: |
| Uses: Borders |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators, Foliage Interest |
| Brand: |
| Common Name: Amagasa Azalea |
| Other Name(s): Amagasa azalea |
| Scientific Name: Azalea 'Amagasa' |
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
| Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
|---|---|
| Zone 10 | March 31th |
| Zone 9 | March 31st |
| Zone 8 | April 7th |
| Zone 7 | April 14th |
| Zone 6b | April 21st |
| Zone 6a | April 28th |
| Zone 5b | May 5th |
| Zone 5a | May 12th |
| Zone 4 | May 19th |
| Zone 3 | May 26th |
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