Gibraltar Azalea - Rhododendron 'Gibraltar'

Azalea Gibraltar is a dense, upright native deciduous shrub known for its fragrant clusters of frilly, orange flowers that bloom in spring as new growth emerges. Azalea Gibraltar features narrow medium-green leaves that typically do not develop fall color. This versatile azalea performs best in part sun and thrives in rich, moist, acidic, well-drained soils, making it an excellent choice for woodland gardens, foundation plantings, and naturalized landscapes.

Type: 

Shrub 

Height: 

4' - 6'

Spread: 

3’ - 5'

Spacing: 

4'

USDA Hardiness Zone: 

5 - 8

Culture: 

Full Sun, Part Sun

Bloom Color: 

Orange

Season of Interest: 

Spring

MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance.  Water Regularly.  Mulch in winter.  Proper care and air circulation should prevent most pest and disease problems. Rhododendrons are susceptible canker, crown rot, root rot, leaf spot, rust, powdery mildew, aphids, borers, lacebugs, leafhoppers, mealybugs, mites, nematodes, scale, thrips, and whitefly. 
LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Naturalized Areas, Wildlife Garden, Privacy Screen, Foundation Plantings, and Hedges.

COMPANION PLANTS: Coral Bells, Azalea, Pieris