Rhododendron austrinum 'Cheerleader' ~ Cheerleader Flame Azalea aggregates 12_IMG_4598

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Masses of ruffled deep red flowers bloom in spring attracting bees and butterflies

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Rhododendron austrinum 'Cheerleader' ~ Cheerleader Flame Azalea aggregates 12_IMG_4598Cheerleader Flame Azalea is a deciduous shrub with medium green foliage and large fragrant pom pom like clusters of rich yellow honeysuckle like flowers in early spring. Best grown in part sun and rich, moist, acidic well drained soils. There is not much known about this cultivar if you try it tell us what you think! Type: Shrub Origins: Southeast N. America; GA Native Height: 5' 6' Spread: 5 6' Spacing: 5' USDA Hardiness Zone: 6 9 Culture: Full Sun,