Rhododendron japonica
'Geisha Orange'
Geisha Orange Azalea.
Family |
Ericaceae |
Genus |
Rhododendron |
Species |
japonica |
Cultivar |
'Geisha Orange' |
Category |
Woody |
Type |
Shrub (evergreen) |
USDA Hardiness Zone |
6 |
Canadian Hardiness Zone |
7 |
RHS Hardiness Zone |
H6 - H7 |
Temperature (°C) |
down to -15 °C |
Temperature (°F) |
down to 5 °F |
Height |
0.30 to 1 m |
Spread |
0.80 to 1 m |
Cultivation |
Needs light, permeable soil that is acidic, constantly moist, and moderately fertile. |
Shape |
Flat, and broad-shaped. |
Growth |
Slow |
Habitat |
Horticultural origin. |
Leaf Description |
Small, oval, dark green, and glossy leaves. |
Flower Description |
Soft red flowers, with salmon orange tones. |
Notable Specimens |
Trengwainton Garden, Madron, near Penzance, Cornwall, United Kingdom. |