Azalea ‘Sherwood Orchid’ is an evergreen shrub with a mounding, rounded habit and dark green leaves. Displays vivid, reddish-purple flowers with dark center blotch in spring. Use in pots, borders or as an accent. Grows well in Auburn, Citrus Heights, Elk Grove, Folsom, Rocklin, Roseville and Sacramento.
- Landscape Size: 3′-4′ tall, 3′-4′ wide
- Light Requirement: Morning Sun/Afternoon Shade
- Water Needs: Moderate
- USDA Zone: 6a
- Growth Habit: Compact, Rounded
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Attributes: Evergreen, Attracts Birds, Attracts Butterflies, Cold Hardy
See Green Thumb Guide below for region specific information.
Plant azaleas in late winter, early spring, or in fall. Performs best in enriched, well draining, acidic soil. Feed with azalea fertilizer in spring. Keep roots cool with a layer of mulch. In spring, prune back after bloom to control height. Pruning or pinching back young azalea plants helps to promote bushy growth.
These characteristics apply to the greater Sacramento area and nearby regions.
Live outside of our area? Please check with your local cooperative extension for the best growing practices in your neck of the woods
Visit: UC Cooperative Extension Offices(Opens in a new window) (Opens in new window)
Visit: National County Extension Offices(Opens in a new window) (Opens in new window)
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