Which azaleas are deciduous?

Azaleas come in both deciduous and evergreen varieties, which means some lose their leaves for the winter while others stay green throughout the year. Azalea species that are native to North America are mostly deciduous Azaleas.

What does a deciduous azalea look like?

Deciduous azaleas typically have large leaves that may be up to 6 inches long. Evergreen azaleas rarely have leaves that are longer than 2 inches. The leaves of both types are typically solid green, but some varieties of each may have white or yellow mottling or edges. Most azalea leaves are roughly football-shaped.

How tall do deciduous azaleas grow?

between eight and fifteen feet
Growth habit: Deciduous azaleas often grow taller than evergreen species. While deciduous azaleas grow between eight and fifteen feet in height, evergreen azaleas rarely grow over six feet. Leaves: Deciduous azalea leaves are four inches longer than evergreen azalea leaves.

Are azalea bushes deciduous?

All of the Encore varieties keep their foliage year-round as compared to native varieties of azaleas, which are deciduous (meaning they lose foliage in mid- to late-fall and new foliage emerges in late winter to early spring).

How do you care for deciduous azaleas?

Deciduous azaleas are shallow-rooted and need an acidic soil, high in organic matter, to grow and flower best. Amend the soil with sulfur in spring to lower the pH to around 5. Keep plant well watered and mulch with pine needles, peat moss or bark mulch to keep the soil cool and moist and keep the pH low.

How long do deciduous azaleas bloom?

about three weeks
Deciduous Azaleas, Evergreen Azaleas, Lepidote Rhododendrons, Elepidote Rhododendrons. Coveted for their spectacular blooms which come in a wide range of shapes and colors, Azaleas and Rhododendrons usually proudly display their colorful blooms in spring for about three weeks, depending on the weather.

Do azalea bushes lose their leaves in the winter?

Deciduous azaleas drop all of their leaves in the fall. In dry weather,they may drop their leaves earlier than usual. Their leaves then grow back in the spring.In warmer climates or unusually warm winters, deciduous azaleas may retain some of their leaves through the winter. Evergreen azaleas also drop their leaves.

Do deciduous azaleas like shade?

Deciduous azaleas can be grown in sun but they are at their best in semi-shade; ideally under the dappled shade of trees. Older shrubs can be pruned immediately after flowering to stimulate new, vigorous growth.

Can you prune a deciduous azalea?

Deciduous azaleas only need to be lightly pruned to remove diseased or damaged stems. Evergreen azaleas, so long as they are placed in the correct position and well tended to, only need pruning either to remove dead wood, or reduce their size if they are starting, fo example, to grow over a pathway.

What does an azalea look like in the winter?

These symptoms normally are descriptive of an “end-of-the-growing-season” look. Some azaleas, like the popular Fashion variety, have bronzy to purple-looking foliage in the winter. All evergreen azaleas go through a stage when old foliage is being lost and new foliage is emerging for spring.

Do azaleas keep their leaves in the winter?

Azaleas are either evergreen or deciduous. Deciduous azaleas drop all of their leaves in the fall. In dry weather,they may drop their leaves earlier than usual. Their leaves then grow back in the spring.In warmer climates or unusually warm winters, deciduous azaleas may retain some of their leaves through the winter.

How many species of deciduous azaleas are there?

There are 16 species of deciduous azaleas native to areas of the US, and more deciduous species are native to Japan. Thousands of hybrids have been derived from these species. Named hybrids are typically distinguished by their bloom color, type and time, and their foliage and plant habit—and by carefully keeping their labels intact.

Do azaleas like acidic or alkaline soil?

Deciduous azaleas are shallow-rooted and need an acidic soil, high in organic matter, to grow and flower best. Amend the soil with sulfur in spring to lower the pH to around 5.

What are the different types of azaleas in New England?

The ‘Exbury Hybrid’ deciduous azaleas are probably the most common type in New England. They have an upright, vase shape and bloom in a variety of warm colors such as orange, red, and peach.

Do azaleas lose their leaves in the fall?

Deciduous azaleas drop their leaves in the fall, and grow a new set of leaves in the spring. There are 16 species of deciduous azaleas native to areas of the US, and more deciduous species are native to Japan. Thousands of hybrids have been derived from these species.