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Nuccio's Wild Cherry Azalea

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  • Partial Sun (5 - 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
  • Mature Height 3 - 4 Feet
  • Mature Spread 3 - 4 Feet
  • Growing Zones 7 - 9

The Nuccio's Wild Cherry Azalea is a springtime bloomer with an impressive floral display. Trumpet-shaped flowers are vibrant cherry red and have ruffled petals that add extra dimension. Dark red splotches on the interior of the uppermost petal provide a subtle detail and even more visual interest. The Azalea x satsuki 'Nuccio's Wild Cherry' is a broadleaf evergreen with ovate, dark green foliage.

This shrub has a natural mounded form that looks full without any pruning. Create a hedge or lovely flowering border around an outdoor entertaining area. Plant Nuccio’s Wild Cherry along a walkway or foundation wall to soften hard edges. This shrub is easy to maintain and does not require much attention once acclimated. Fragrant flowers appeal to pollinators like bees, hummingbirds, and butterflies.

Nuccio's Wild Cherry Azalea Care

The Nuccio's Wild Cherry Azalea thrives in part sun with about 5 hours of sunlight per day. An area with morning sun and afternoon shade will set this shrub up for success. Water weekly or when the soil is dry. Spread organic mulch around the base to retain moisture and protect the shallow root system. Use an acidic fertilizer or a product intended for Rhododendrons annually in the spring.

Azaleas set flower buds the year before blooming, so prune after the flowers fade to avoid interfering with next year’s blooms. Wrap the shrub in landscape fabric for the first few winters when growing Nuccio’s Wild Cherry in the colder reaches of its growing zones.

Nuccio's Wild Cherry Azalea Spacing

The Nuccio's Wild Cherry Azalea grows 3 to 4 feet tall and wide. Plant shrubs 3 to 4 feet apart, center on center, when creating a continuous hedge.

Nuccio's Wild Cherry Azalea Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 7 - 9
Plant Type:
Light Exposure: Partial Sun (5 - 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height: 3 - 4 Feet
Mature Spread: 3 - 4 Feet
Spacing: 3 - 4 Feet
Habit: Clumping
Flower Color(s): Pink, Red
Flower Description: Pink and Red Shades
Bloom Period: Spring to Summer
Foliage Type: Evergreen
Foliage Color(s): Green
Foliage Description: Rich Deep Green
Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering, Summer Flowering, Fall Interest, 3 Season Interest
Watering: Average
Resists: N/A
Tolerates: N/A
Attracts: N/A
Container Role:
Uses: Borders, Containers, Hedges & Privacy
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Foliage Interest
Brand:
Common Name: Nuccio's Wild Cherry Azalea
Other Name(s): Satsuki Azalea
Scientific Name: Azalea x 'Nuccio's Wild Cherry'
SKU:
123PLA0023-npn

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.

Quart Pot

Quart Pot

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

2.5 Quart

2.5 Quart

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

#1 Pot

#1 Pot

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

#2 Pot

#2 Pot

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

#3 Pot

#3 Pot

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

#5 Pot

#5 Pot

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

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 Spring Shipping Schedule

Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.

Growing Zone Estimated Ship Week
Zone 10March 24th
Zone 9March 31st
Zone 8April 7th
Zone 7April 14th
Zone 6bApril 21st
Zone 6aApril 28th
Zone 5bMay 5th
Zone 5aMay 12th
Zone 4May 19th
Zone 3May 26th

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