Flame Azalea
(Rhododendron calendulaceum)
Other Information
Physical Characteristics
Type: Shrub
Height: 5 - 10 ft
Spread: 8 - 10 ft
Flower Color: Orange / Yellow
Flower Time: Late Spring (May - Jun)
Fruit Type: Woody Capsule
Fruit Color: Brown
Autumn Color: Insignificant / Red / Yellow
Sun Conditions: Part Shade
Shade Tolerance: Medium
Moisture Preference: Medium
Deer Resistance*: Low
Dog Safe**: No (Toxic)
Conservation Status (MD): SR - Reported
Other Names:
*Deer resistance can vary based on many factors
**Always consult with a veterinarian about plants toxic to dogs and other animals
Wildlife Benefits:
Flame Azalea flowers offer nectar to a variety of pollinators, including hummingbirds. It is a larval host to several caterpillar species.