Rhododendron flammeum 'Orange Carpet' ~ Orange Carpet Native Azalea Size:3 GALLON or red twig dogwood

or red twig dogwood

Aggressive enough to be invasive in milder climates

Mulching around the base of the tree helps retain moisture and suppress weeds

(2) Photo by Fred Ortlip

A late bloomer

Rhododendron flammeum 'Orange Carpet' ~ Orange Carpet Native Azalea Size:3 GALLON or red twig dogwoodOrange Carpet Native Azalea is a low spreading native deciduous shrub with its low branching not attached to the ground and medium green foliage. Large fragrant clusters of honeysuckle like bright orange flowers bloom in early spring. Best grown in part sun and rich, moist, acidic well drained soils. Type: Shrub Origins: Piedmont Region of GA and SC Height: 2' 4' Spread: 4 6' Spacing: 5' USDA Hardiness Zone: 6 9 Culture: Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom