Azalea Stewartsonian

Stewartsonian Azalea
Rhododendron 'Stewartsonian'

1. Mature Size: 4–5′ H × 4–6′ W
2. Light Requirements: Part shade to filtered sun; tolerates morning sun with afternoon shade
3. Ideal Soil Conditions: Moist, well-drained, acidic soil with high organic matter; avoid compacted or alkaline soils
4. Notable Characteristics: Evergreen azalea with rich reddish-orange spring blooms and glossy dark green foliage that turns bronzy-red in fall and winter. Upright, mounding habit makes it a popular choice for foundation plantings and woodland borders. Cold-hardy and dependable.
5. Deer Resistance: Low to Moderate — susceptible to browsing in deer-active areas, especially flower buds and tender shoots.