Azalea ‘Calendulaceum Gold’
Azalea - Calendulaceum Gold
A golden flowering form of the deciduous Flame Azalea. Sweetly scented, golden yellow flowers resemble candle flames when in bud. Blooms during May (late midseason). Green leaves are found with short hairs on both sides. Vigorous, leggy, growing to 4′-8′ high and wide in a 10 year period.
Additional information
| Exposure | Filtered Light, Part Sun |
|---|---|
| Zone | 5 |
Origin
Parentage unknown. Named by Earl Sommerville of Georgia.
Synonymous
Azalea 'Earl’s Calendulaceum Gold'
Special Notes
Exposure: Morning Sun, afternoon shade or all day filtered light. Protect from the hot mid-day sun. Protect from the prevailing winter winds, plant in a sheltered location.
Soil: A very acidic, moist but well draining soil is required. Avoid heavy compacted soils such as clay.
Maintenance: Selective pruning right after flowering in done. Dead-heading is recommended for increased flower production the following year.
