Bixby Evergreen Azalea
Rhododendron 'Bixby'
Essentials
At a Glance
Plant Type
Shrub
Height
18 inches
Width
30 inches
Light
Partial Sun, Shade
Zones
5, 6, 7, 8
Water
Medium
Humidity
Moderate
Lifespan
Long-lived shrub
Native To
Hybrid
Toxicity
All parts are toxic if ingested.
The Story
Plant Bio
'Bixby' is a low-growing, compact, evergreen azalea known for its hardiness and late-season, true red flowers. It has small, glossy, dark green leaves and a dense, mounding habit. This cultivar is valued for its true, fire-engine red flowers that bloom later than many other azaleas, extending the season. Its dense, mounding habit makes it an excellent groundcover or border plant.
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Planting
How to Grow
- Find a spot with morning sun and afternoon shade.
- Prepare acidic, well-drained soil rich with organic matter.
- Dig a hole that is shallow and twice as wide as the pot.
- Set the plant with the root ball slightly above the surrounding soil.
- Backfill, water thoroughly, and apply an acidic mulch.
- Keep consistently moist, especially during the first year.
Pro Tip
Plant in groups for a stunning, late-spring carpet of brilliant red that smothers the foliage and extends the bloom season.
Keep It Thriving
Care Guide
Do
- Mulch annually to protect its shallow roots and retain moisture.
- Water regularly, especially before winter freeze, to prevent desiccation.
- Provide excellent drainage to avoid root rot.
- Shear lightly after blooming to encourage density.
Don't
- Avoid planting in full, hot sun, which will scorch the leaves.
- Do not let the soil become waterlogged.
- Do not cultivate deeply around the base of the plant.
- Avoid alkaline soil conditions.
Seasonal Care Calendar
| Task | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Fertilize | ||||||||||||
| Mulch | ||||||||||||
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| Prune |
Watch Out For
Pests & Diseases
Common Pests
Common Diseases
In the Garden
Landscape Uses & Companions
Landscape Uses
Companion Plants
Multiply
Propagation Methods
Good to Know
Common Questions
Bixby Evergreen Azalea questions
What zones can Bixby Evergreen Azalea grow in?
Bixby Evergreen Azalea is hardy in USDA Zones 5–8. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.
Is Bixby Evergreen Azalea deer resistant?
Not reliably. Deer may browse Bixby Evergreen Azalea, especially tender spring growth — plan on repellents or fencing where pressure is high.
When does Bixby Evergreen Azalea bloom?
Bixby Evergreen Azalea typically blooms in late spring through late spring. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.
Does Bixby Evergreen Azalea need full sun?
Bixby Evergreen Azalea does best in part shade.
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