- Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 4 - 5 Feet
- Mature Spread 5 - 6 Feet
- Growing Zones 4 - 8
Gardeners searching for a vibrant pink azalea tolerating frigid temps have no further to look than Rosy Lights Azalea. A member of the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum’s Northern Light series, this semi-evergreen tolerates temperatures as low as -30 degrees F. Rosy Lights features copious 2-3-inch fragrant fuchsia flowers shaded with rosy streaks. The flowers are accompanied by glossy green foliage for a lovely contrast. Otherwise known as Rhododendron ‘Rosy Lights’, this shrub reaches 4 to 5 feet high and 5 to 6 feet wide at maturity. This low-maintenance perennial wipes away winter’s doldrums with a rosy wave in spring, attracting hummingbirds and butterflies and supporting local bees.
Rosy Lights Azalea’s classy burst of pink brightens landscapes as a specimen or in mass plantings. This lovely ornamental provides early spring color for borders, beds, and foundation plantings. It develops an attractive mounded form that works well in a hedge or Asian and woodland gardens. Also disease resistant and salt tolerant, Rosy Lights is a great low-maintenance choice for a new home’s foundation planting.
Rosy Lights Azalea Care
To encourage good health and abundant blooms, plant Rosy Lights in full sun to partial sun. Morning sun followed by afternoon shade will help prevent foliage sunburn. Plant in moist, humusy, well-draining, acidic soil. Amend poorly draining or nutrient-deficient soil with compost or well-rotted manure. Apply a 3-inch ring of mulch to prevent water loss due to evaporation. This shrub requires about an inch of water every week. Water when the top one inch is dry. Apply a fertilizer designed for acid-loving plants in the spring, along with organic compost or iron sulfate if the soil is too alkaline.
Rosy Lights Azalea does not require frequent pruning. To support its overall health, remove any damaged, dead, diseased and crossed branches, working to open the canopy to more light and air circulation. Since this azalea blooms on old wood, it will form the following year’s buds in late summer. As a result, prune after flowering in May.
Rosy Lights Azalea Spacing
Space each shrub 5 to 6 feet apart to create a hedge or privacy screen. In gardens, add companion plants such as daffodils, hostas, and mountain laurels.
Rosy Lights Azalea Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 - 8 |
| Plant Type: Bushes |
| Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 4 - 5 Feet |
| Mature Spread: 5 - 6 Feet |
| Spacing: 5 - 6 Feet |
| Habit: Upright |
| Flower Color(s): Pink |
| Flower Description: Deep Pink |
| Bloom Period: |
| Foliage Type: Deciduous |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: |
| Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: Deer, Disease |
| Tolerates: Heat |
| Attracts: Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Container Role: |
| Uses: Borders, Hedges & Privacy |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators, Fragrant, Low Maintenance |
| Brand: |
| Common Name: Rosy Lights Azalea |
| Other Name(s): |
| Scientific Name: Rhododendron 'Rosy Lights' |
- SKU:
- 1231002040-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 Known 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 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
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
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
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
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
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Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
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Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
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Fall into Winter
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Winter
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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
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