Botanical profile

Azalea × 'Northern Hi-Lights'

Latin name
Azalea × 'Northern Hi-Lights'
Common name
Azalea 'Northern Hi-Lights'
Type
Shrub
Family
Ericaceae

Azalea × 'Northern Hi-Lights', or 'Northern Hi-Lights' hardy azalea, is a floriferous and fragrant variety, remarkable for its cream-white flowers elegantly edged with soft yellow, which appear in abundance in spring. Its rounded and well-branched habit, combined with bright green foliage, creates a light structure that integrates naturally into semi-shaded borders, woodland gardens, or romantic settings. Part of the Northern Lights series, it stands out for its exceptional hardiness, without compromising on aesthetics. This azalea brings light, fragrance, and delicate contrast to wooded or lightly shaded areas, while attracting butterflies and hummingbirds.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3–7
Exposure
Partial shade
Watering
Regular watering
Fertilization
Acidophilus fertilizer in spring. Myke not recommended – use Bionik rooting agent or ground bone meal.
Soil type
Acidic, rich, fresh and well-drained
Minimum temperature
'-34°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
White
Fruiting
Subtle brown capsules
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Shrubby
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
1 to 1.2 m (39 to 48 inches)
Width
1.2 m (4 feet)
Growth rate
average
Not recommended for pets
Not recommended for pets

Pets

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

Hummingbirds
Flowers that attract hummingbirds

Hummingbirds

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