Bixby Azalea is a dwarf evergreen shrub that slowly forms a dense low-mounded habit and rich bright leaves that earns reddish-chocolate tones as the weather cools. Abundant clusters of deep scarlet flowers coat the branches in late spring. A very versatile plant that prefers partial sun with acidic rich, well-drained soils. Azaleas are excellent pollination and butterfly attractors. Type: Shrub Height: 1.5' - 3' Spread: 3' - 4' Spacing: 3.5’ USDA Hardiness Zone: 6 - 8 Culture: Part Sun Bloom Color: Red Season of Interest: Spring, Year-Round MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low maintenance. Moderate water needs, properly drained soils is a must to avoid root rot. Mulch helps to keep roots from drying out. Keep away from drip lines of the walnut family. Acidify soils as needed (PH range of 5 to 6.5) Southern climates with excessive humidity are more prone to powdery mildew, twig blights, and rust. Azaleas are prone to many diseases and pest problems, but the proper environment and care should negate most of them. LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Wildlife Gardens, Naturalized Areas, Foundational Plantings, Hedges, and Containers. COMPANION PLANTS: Mahonia, Higan Cherry, Camellia IMAGES: Photo by David J. Stang, Rhododendron Bixby 1zz, CC BY-SA 4.0, (2) Photo by David J. Stang, Rhododendron Bixby 0zz, CC BY-SA 4.0 *As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown