Red Sunset Exbury Azalea

About this plant

Ignite your garden with the breathtaking 'Red Sunset' Exbury Azalea, a truly exceptional deciduous shrub celebrated for its vibrant, funnel-shaped orange-red flowers. These magnificent blossoms emerge in late spring to early summer, painting your landscape with a spectacular display of warm, glowing color that's sure to turn heads. Its upright, rounded form provides excellent structural interest even when not in bloom. Beyond its stunning floral show, 'Red Sunset' offers attractive foliage that maintains a healthy green throughout the growing season before taking on subtle hues in autumn. This azalea is a perfect choice for adding a bold splash of color to woodland gardens, mixed borders, or as a vibrant specimen plant near patios and entryways. Its robust nature makes it a rewarding addition for both seasoned gardeners and those new to azaleas, promising years of brilliant performance. Ideal for creating a dramatic focal point or mass planting for a truly immersive color experience, 'Red Sunset' thrives in settings where its brilliant flowers can be fully appreciated. Pair it with conifers or other rhododendrons for a dynamic and enduring garden tapestry.

Installation timing

When we're in season, outside of the winter months, our goal is to get your plants installed within about two weeks. That window gives us enough time to secure your plants from our supplier and find a spot on the schedule. Throughout the process we stay in touch through notifications and your existing client portal on the main A Cut Above website, which is separate from this landscaping plants shop.

Care & maintenance

Requires well-drained, acidic soil rich in organic matter. Mulch annually to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and remove any dead or crossing branches. Protect from harsh winter winds in colder climates.

Watering suggestions

Proper watering is the single most important factor in your plant's survival after installation. Newly installed plants have a limited root system and rely on you for consistent moisture while they establish.

• First 2 weeks: Water deeply every day (or every other day in cooler, wet weather), soaking the root ball and surrounding soil.
• Weeks 3–12: Water deeply 2–3 times per week, adjusting for rain, heat, and soil drainage.
• After establishment: Water deeply about once a week during the growing season, and more often in extreme heat or drought.
• How to check: Stick a finger 2–3 inches into the soil near the roots — if it's dry, it's time to water. Deep, less-frequent watering encourages strong roots; shallow daily sprinkles do not.
• Avoid: Overwatering (soggy, waterlogged soil) is just as harmful as underwatering and can drown roots.

Watering needs vary by plant, season, soil, and exposure. Because proper watering is the customer's responsibility after installation, please make sure you understand and can follow these suggestions before ordering.

Good to know: plants and trees purchased from and installed by A Cut Above include a one-year limited warranty from the date of installation. Because plant survival depends heavily on proper watering and care after installation, losses caused by improper care, neglect, animal or chemical damage, or extreme weather are not covered, and we must be given the chance to inspect a struggling plant before it's removed or replaced. Coverage is one replacement per plant. Read our warranty info.