| Common Name | Flame Azalea |
| Family | Ericaceae |
| Genus | Rhododendron |
| Species | Calendulaceum |
| Origin | United States (Appalachians) |
| Blooming | Spring, vibrant orange-red flowers |
| Leaf Color | Dark green turning red in autumn |
| Sunlight | Half-shade |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Acidic peat moss mixed with pine bark and perlato (ericaceous mix), pH 4.5-6.0 essential
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; sensitive to chlorinated tap water and lime
Morning sun preferred, protect from harsh afternoon heat to prevent leaf scorch in summer
Use acid-loving plant fertilizer in early spring before blooming, avoid high nitrogen late season
Prune immediately after flowering to shape, remove dead wood in late winter
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