Gibraltar Exbury Azalea (Deciduous) HEAVY BUDS

Overview: A deciduous azalea grown for its large, ruffled orange blooms with a yellow-orange flare.

Mature size: Approximately 6–8 ft. tall and wide.

Sun exposure: Full sun in cooler climates; partial shade with protection from afternoon sun in the South

Flowering season: Late spring to early summer

Hardiness: USDA Zones 5–8

Water needs: Average; consistent moisture in well-drained, organic-rich soil — does not tolerate dense clay or wet feet

Special features: Deciduous, open-spreading shrub with large, showy flower trusses and good fall foliage color; often fragrant; very winter hardy; plant the root ball slightly high to help drainage

Wildlife value: Bees, butterflies, hummingbirds

Botanical name: Rhododendron x 'Gibraltar'

Category: Shrubs & Trees