Homebush Azalea
Rhododendron (Knap Hill Hybrid) 'Homebush'View more from Other Azaleas
Homebush Azalea
Rhododendron (Knap Hill Hybrid) 'Homebush'
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The Homebush Azalea is a rounded deciduous shrub over 6 feet tall, capable of reaching 10 feet tall and 8 feet wide in time. The bright pink flowers are carried in rounded trusses at the top of every branch, making a stunning display in the middle of spring. The trumpet-shaped flowers are semi-double, and purple-pink with darker undertones. Grow it in garden beds or in woodland areas, where it thrives beneath deciduous trees in sun or shade.
- Ball-shaped clusters of beautiful bright pink blooms in May
- A deciduous species, which are easier to grow
- Beautiful for woodlands and partial shade
- Less need for very acidic soil
- Winter hardy throughout zone 5
In cooler zones the Homebush Azalea will enjoy full sun, but otherwise morning sun and afternoon shade, or light dappled shade, is ideal. The soil should be moist, well-drained and acidic, although the requirement for acid soil is not as great as in most other azaleas. It is not drought resistant, so water during dry spells in summer. It needs almost no attention and it is generally free of pests and diseases.
Botanical Name:
Rhododendron (Knap Hill Hybrid) 'Homebush'
Mature Width:
4-8 ft
Mature Height:
5-10 ft
Grows Well In:
Zones 5-8
Sun Needs:
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Water Needs:
Moderate
Growth Rate:
Medium
Flower Color:
Pink
Flowering Season:
Summer
