Meet the Breeder
Dr. Tom Ranney
North Carolina, USA
PERFECTO MUNDO® Red
Azalea- reblooming
Rhododendron
'NCRX8'
USPPAF
- True-red flowers
- Outstanding bloom, spring + fall
- Appealing habit
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
General Care
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.
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