- Partial Shade to Full Sun (At Least 3 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 4 - 5 Feet
- Mature Spread 3 - 4 Feet
- Growing Zones 4 - 7
For an injection of color in mid to late spring, the Electric Lights Red Azalea is hard to beat. Brightening up any border, it produces bright fire-engine-red blooms that are fragrant and contrast nicely against its glossy, oval foliage. With an upright and multi-stemmed habit, this shrub is hardy and a great choice for gardens in zone 4. Growing to a final 4-5 feet tall by 3-4 feet wide, it remains a manageable size.
Slow growing and long lived, this shrub will provide interest for years to come. Its hardy new buds that appear in spring develop into stunning flowers that can attract hummingbirds and make a welcome addition to an indoor vase. As a low-maintenance shrub, once established it requires little care. Often used as a specimen shrub in a border or to form an informal screen or low hedge.
Electric Lights Red Azalea Care
As with all azaleas, the Electric Lights Red Azalea needs to be grown in ericaceous soil that is fertile and well-drained. For the best blooms, it prefers a sheltered spot in full sun, although it will tolerate some partial shade if needs be. Azaleas strongly dislike soggy or waterlogged soil, so good drainage is a must. However, they prefer moist soil, especially for the first year or two while they get established. To encourage the best flower display, an azalea or rhododendron fertilizer can be applied in early spring.
The Electric Lights Red Azalea does not require regular pruning. However, any dead, diseased or crossing material can be removed, and the shrub can be lightly pruned back to shape immediately after flowering in spring. To help keep the soil moist, an annual mulch of pine straw or leaf mold can be applied around the base of the plant.
Electric Lights Red Azalea Spacing
The Electric Lights Red Azalea can grow to 4-5 feet high with a 3-4 feet spread. If you are looking to create an informal hedge or if planting en masse, a spacing of 3-4 feet apart center on center is advisable.
Electric Lights Red Azalea Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 - 7 |
| Plant Type: Bushes |
| Light Exposure: Partial Shade to Full Sun (At Least 3 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 4 - 5 Feet |
| Mature Spread: 3 - 4 Feet |
| Spacing: 3 - 4 Feet |
| Habit: Upright |
| Flower Color(s): Red |
| Flower Description: |
| Bloom Period: Spring |
| Foliage Type: Deciduous |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: |
| Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: N/A |
| Tolerates: N/A |
| Attracts: Hummingbirds |
| Container Role: |
| Uses: Hedges & Privacy, Mass Planting |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators, Fragrant, Low Maintenance |
| Brand: First Editions |
| Common Name: Electric Lights Red Azalea |
| Other Name(s): Azalea, Electric Lights Red |
| Scientific Name: Azalea Electric Lights Red |
- SKU:
- 1231013021-pc
Container Sizes
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.
4.5" Pot
Also Know As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Know As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 1 year old
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Know As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 year old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Know As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 year old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Know As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2-3 year old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Know As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 3-4 year old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
For more detailed information, please click here.
Plant Addict Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)
Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)
Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)
Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations
Plant Shipping
Time of Order:
Summer Shipping
- If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.
- We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location
Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.
It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.
