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Dr. Tom Ranney
North Carolina, USA

PERFECTO MUNDO® Red

Azalea- reblooming

Rhododendron

'NCRX8'

PP#33,922; CBRAF

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  • True-red flowers
  • Outstanding bloom, spring + fall
  • Appealing habit
Description

This new addition to the Perfecto Mundo azalea series has everyone all fired up - it's got the bright red color azalea fans crave! Look for its fabulous red flowers to begin in spring, gracing the season with weeks of color. After a brief rest, it comes roaring back with waves of blooms in late summer through fall. The true-red flowers contrast with the deep green foliage. Coupled with its appealing, dense habit, this plant will be irresistible to landscapers and home gardeners alike.

The Perfecto Mundo series was developed by Dr. Tom Ranney and his team at NCSU.

USDA Zone
6b - 9 (-5°F/-20.5°C)
Exposure
Full sun, Part sun
Height
2.5'
Width
3 - 4'
Finish Time
1 season
Type
Semi-evergreen
Bloom Time
Spring; fall rebloom
Flower Color
Red
Foliage Color
Green
Liner Sizes
2 1/4", 4", Quick Turn

Soil

Cool, moist, acidic soils with a high organic matter content.

Pruning

Prune or trim after spring bloom to encourage new growth and more abundant rebloom.

Uses

Mass plantings; edging; low hedge; foundation planting; specimen.

Growing Tips

At its best when sited in filtered sun all day. Hardy to USDA zone 6b with protection; has survived winters in zone 6a but with significant damage. Benefits from mulch.

  • Benchcard: Perfecto Mundo® Red Azalea Benchcard
  • Grower Sheet: Perfecto Mundo® Red Rhododendron Grower Sheet
  • Spec Sheet: Perfecto Mundo® azalea spec sheet

    • Features: Compact, Fall interest, Heat tolerant, Reblooming, Semi-evergreen

    Filters: Botanical genus: Rhododendron, Common name: Azalea- reblooming, Retail program: Proven Winners® ColorChoice®, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, USDA Zone 9, Exposure: Full sun, Exposure: Part sun, Bloom time: Spring, Bloom time: Fall, Red flowers, Green foliage

    Features: Compact, Fall interest, Heat tolerant, Reblooming, Semi-evergreen

    Filters: Botanical genus: Rhododendron, Common name: Azalea- reblooming, Retail program: Proven Winners® ColorChoice®, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, USDA Zone 9, Exposure: Full sun, Exposure: Part sun, Bloom time: Spring, Bloom time: Fall, Red flowers, Green foliage