Rhododendron indicum 'Judge Solomon'/Judge Solomon Azalea

An excellent azalea but flowers do not hold up well in full sunlight
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Scientific Name:	Rhododendron indicum 'Judge Solomon'
Common Name:	Judge Solomon Azalea
Plant Type:	Evergreen
Leaf Type:	Broadleaf
Hardiness Zone:	7, 8, 9, 10 Determine Your Zone
Height:	8-10 feet
Spread:	5 - 10 feet
Bloom time:	Spring
Flower color:	Pink
Light Exposure:	Part Sun, Filtered Shade, Shade
Drainage:	Well drained
Rate of Growth:	Moderate
Water Requirement:	Medium
Maintenance Level:	Low
Susceptible to insects and diseases:	No

Comments:	This is a popular azalea but should not be planted in places that receive direct afternoon sun because the flowers bleach badly. The flower color is a pinkish-blue to rosy-pink, somewhat similar to the 'Formosa' azalea. This azalea grows large so pruning may be needed periodically. The foliage of azaleas is generally not eaten by deer.