Hino Crimson Kurume Azalea
Rhododendron 'Hino Crimson' (Kurume hybrid group)
Nursery-Grown Hino Crimson Azalea, Ready to Plant
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- Spring crimson blooms on evergreen foliage with winter bronze-purple tint
- Slow, compact growth suits hedges, borders, and container planting
- Hardy in zones 6-9; thrives in acidic, well-drained soil
About this plant
The Hino Crimson Kurume Azalea is an evergreen shrub prized for its brilliant crimson-red spring blooms. This compact cultivar shines as a foundation planting, low hedge, or mass planting thanks to its moderate growth rate and tidy form. It adapts well to woodland garden edges and container growing, making it versatile for most landscape roles.
Your plant arrives in a 3-gallon container, ready to transplant into the landscape or a larger pot. Plant soon after arrival in well-drained, acidic soil. Water deeply after planting and maintain consistent moisture through the first growing season. Azaleas prefer morning sun with afternoon shade in hot climates; partial shade works well in cooler regions.
Hino Crimson Kurume Azalea at a glance
| Botanical name | Rhododendron 'Hino Crimson' (Kurume hybrid group) |
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| Plant type | evergreen shrub |
| USDA zones | 6-9 |
| Mature height | 3-4 ft (some sources cite up to 6 ft with age/region) |
| Mature width | 3-5 ft |
| Sun | full sun to partial shade; in hot southern climates prefers morning sun/afternoon shade |
| Water | moderate, consistent moisture; does not tolerate drought or waterlogged soil |
| Bloom time | early to mid spring (March-April, varies by zone) |
| Bloom color | bright red to crimson-red |
| Growth rate | slow to moderate, roughly 3-6 inches per year |
| Deer resistance | low to moderate (deer will browse azaleas, especially new growth, when hungry) |
| Best planting time | early spring or fall |
Container sizes explained
| #1 / 1 Gallon | A trade one gallon pot (about 6.5 inches). One to two seasons older than a quart, with an established root system. |
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| #2 / 2 Gallon | A trade two gallon pot. Common for peonies and perennials that need root room; usually blooms the first or second year. |
| #3 / 3 Gallon | A trade three gallon pot (about 10 inches). A well-developed shrub or small tree, often 2 to 4 feet tall on arrival. |
Questions before you buy
What size should I choose?
This plant is sold as a 3-gallon container specimen, ideal for immediate planting into landscape beds or a larger pot. Plan for a mature size of 3-4 feet tall and 3-5 feet wide, making it well-suited as a foundation element or part of a mass planting.
When should I plant after my order arrives?
Plant soon after arrival to keep roots healthy. Container-grown azaleas are flexible about planting season, but early spring (March-April) or fall (September-October) gives the best root establishment through the first growing season.
How large does the Hino Crimson Azalea grow?
Plan for a mature size of 3-4 feet tall and 3-5 feet wide. In some regions or with excellent care, plants can reach up to 6 feet. Growth is slow to moderate, roughly 3-6 inches per year, so it remains manageable in most landscapes for many years.
How much sun does it need?
Plant in full sun to partial shade. In hot southern climates, provide morning sun with afternoon shade to prevent leaf scorch. In cooler regions, more sun is fine; partial shade generally works well everywhere.
Which hardiness zones does this plant tolerate?
The Hino Crimson Azalea is hardy in USDA zones 6 through 9. It handles cold winters in zone 6 but also adapts well to the heat and humidity of zones 8-9 when given afternoon shade.
What does it need during the first year?
Water deeply after planting and maintain consistent, moderate moisture throughout the first growing season. Azaleas do not tolerate drought or waterlogged soil. Plant in acidic, humus-rich soil to match the conditions these shrubs prefer.