Botanical profile

Azalea × 'Tri-Lights'

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

Azalea × 'Tri-Lights', or 'Tri-Lights' hardy azalea, is a vibrant spring shrub, unique for its two-toned creamy white and soft pink flowers, sometimes highlighted with a pale yellow throat, which create a delicate and fragrant display in May. Its rounded and graceful habit, combined with light green foliage, makes it an excellent choice for woodland gardens, light shade beds, or romantic borders. As part of the Northern Lights series, 'Tri-Lights' offers exceptional cold hardiness without compromising its abundant blooms. It is an ideal variety for introducing light, texture, and floral softness into rustic or country gardens.

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 and pink with a yellow throat
Fruiting
Discreet 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

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.