Mary Poppins

Rich orange and red, ball shaped flower trusses open against dark-bronze-green leaves, causing socks to be knocked off. The plant stays fairly compact and low, so will add to the spring beauty in front of taller shrubs. I would call this color 'tutti frutti'.

Type: Azaleas
Genus: Rhododendron
Species: Pentanthera
Bloom Time: May; June
Fragrance: Non Fragrant
Exposure: Full Sun; Partial Shade
Color: Orange
Deciduous/Evergreen: Deciduous
Ultimate Height: 5 ft.
Hardiness Zone: 7; 8; 9
Growth Habit: upright and spreading
Water Requirements: Bi-weekly watering