Botanical profile

Azalea × 'Rosy Lights'

Latin name
Azalea × 'Rosy Lights'
Common name
Azalea 'Rosy Lights'
Type
Shrub
Family
Ericaceae

Azalea × 'Rosy Lights', or 'Rosy Lights' hardy azalea, is a decorative shrub with abundant spring flowering, offering an explosion of fragrant deep pink flowers, clustered in luminous bouquets that bloom just before or during the emergence of the foliage. Its rounded and well-balanced habit is adorned with light green foliage, which brings a touch of freshness during the season, then golden hues in autumn. From the Northern Lights series, this variety was developed to withstand harsh winters while maintaining high floral appeal. Ideal for woodland borders, understory gardens, or semi-shaded beds, it offers color, fragrance, and resilience, in addition to attracting butterflies and hummingbirds.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 4
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
Pink
Fruiting
Discrete brown capsules, no decorative interest
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

The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.