- Partial Shade to Full Sun (At Least 4 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 4 - 8 Feet
- Mature Spread 4 - 8 Feet
- Growing Zones 4 - 8
Loved for its early spring blooms, the Cornell Pink Azalea will certainly add some much-needed color in early April. Also known as Rhododendron mucronulatum 'Cornell Pink', this shrub delivers a stunning display of pink flowers on leafless stems before developing its lush dark green foliage. Growing to more than four feet tall, the Cornell Pink Azalea is a perfect backdrop for spring bulbs and perennials.
Suitable for growing in USDA zones 4 to 8, the Cornell Pink Azalea is tough and can handle low temperatures. The leaves take on a lovely autumnal hue before they drop and reveal this shrub’s open form. Cornell Pink is ideal for a foundation planting, an informal hedge, or even growing in a large container.
Cornell Pink Azalea Care
The Cornell Pink Azalea grows best in full sun to partial shade. When it comes to the soil, it favors an acidic, fertile, and well-drained substrate. Consistent moisture is required after planting and until this shrub has established itself. An annual mulch of organic matter or garden compost will not only give this Azalea a boost but also reduce moisture loss during warmer periods.
To reduce the size and keep it looking tidy, you can prune Cornell Pink Azalea immediately after the flowers fade by cutting back to a new bud. As an early flowering shrub, you may need to protect the buds from any late frost.
Cornell Pink Azalea Spacing
When fully mature, the Cornell Pink Azalea can reach a height and spread of 4 to 8 feet. If planting en masse, you can space this shrub around 4 to 6 feet from its neighbor.
Cornell Pink Azalea Information
USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 - 8 |
Plant Type: Bushes |
Light Exposure: Partial Shade to Full Sun (At Least 4 Hours of Direct Sunlight) |
Mature Height: 4 - 8 Feet |
Mature Spread: 4 - 8 Feet |
Spacing: 4 - 8 Feet |
Habit: Upright |
Flower Color(s): Pink |
Flower Description: |
Bloom Period: Early Spring |
Foliage Type: Deciduous |
Foliage Color(s): Green |
Foliage Description: |
Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering |
Watering: Average |
Resists: Deer |
Tolerates: Heat |
Attracts: Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
Container Role: |
Uses: Hedges & Privacy, Windbreaks |
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Low Maintenance, Native to North America |
Brand: |
Common Name: Cornell Pink Azalea |
Other Name(s): |
Scientific Name: Azalea mucronulatum 'Cornell Pink' |
- SKU:
- 1231009639-pc
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