Call us: 0800 843 752Free shipping for orders $150 or over
Gift Vouchers

deciduous azalea orange

Nothing brightens a garden in late spring quite like the vivid blooms of a deciduous azalea orange. These stunning flowering shrubs are prized for their bold, fiery hues and intoxicating fragrance, making them an eye-catching addition to any landscape. If you're searching for ways to add spectacular colour and seasonal interest with minimal fuss, a deciduous azalea orange may be just what your garden needs.

nyssa-sinensis-6

Nyssa sinensis (Chinese Tupelo)

Commonly known as Chinese Tupelo, this is a handsome, deciduous tree grown for its fantastic form and striking autumn colours. Leaves emerge a fresh green in spring and age to become glossy green. As autumn progresses they develop impressive shades of orange, red, and pink before falling. It grows with a pyramidal shape to about 5 m tall and 4 m wide and can be trimmed as necessary. Best results with this tree are achieved when it is planted in full sun on a well-drained, semi-sheltered site. It is tolerant of frost, cool climates, and heavy soils. The Chinese Tupelo makes a lovely specimen and is well suited to including in a mixed planting, or using in an avenue planting.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Trees
Height: 5.00 m
Spread: 4.00 m
Tolerances: Hardy
Garden uses: Avenues, Parks, Ponds, Specimen
Garden styles: Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
chaenomeles-double-take-orange-

Chaenomeles Double Take Orange (Flowering Quince)

5 from 1 customers

Chaenomeles Double Take Orange is a flowering Quince that features masses of orange flowers from late winter. At this time the shrub is an arching network of thornless branches with clusters of tight buds that open into the exquisite, double blossoms. The leaves emerge a fresh green, darken with age, then develop yellow tones in autumn before falling as it grows to 1.2 m tall and 1 m wide. Chaenomeles Double Take Orange is commonly added to a mixed planting, grown for floral art, used as an informal or formal hedge, or planted in clusters for a stunning display.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 1.20 m
Spread: 1.00 m
Flowering time: Spring, Winter
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses: Hedging
Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Rock
tecomaria-capensis-1

Tecomaria capensis

Tecomaria capensis, commonly known as Cape Honeysuckle, this is a quick growing shrub renowned for its pretty flowers and foliage. Showy, orange...

From$29.63
azalea-fire-tower-1

Azalea 'Fire Tower'

Azalea 'Fire Tower' is a vibrant evergreen azalea known for its brilliant red flowers that appear in abundance during spring. The vivid blooms...

From$26.93
abutilon-orange-

Abutilon Orange

Abutilon Orange, commonly known as Chinese Lantern, Red Flowering Maple, or Parlour Maple, features showy, bright orange, lantern-shaped flowers...

From$26.93
sorbus-scarlet-king-

Sorbus aucuparia Scarlet King (Rowan Tree NZ)

Sorbus aucuparia Scarlet King is a variety of the commonly known, Mountain Ash, and is a small-sized, deciduous with impressive characteristics...

From$343.89
acer-nigrum-

Acer platanoides Nigrum

Acer platanoides Nigrum, commonly known as the Plane-Leaved Maple or Norway Maple, is a medium sized, deciduous tree with fantastically coloured...

From$382.61
acer-esk-sunset-

Acer Esk Sunset (Eskimo Sunset Maple)

Acer pseudoplatanus Esk Sunset, commonly known as the Eskimo Sunset Sycamore Maple, is grown for its rich and colourful foliage. The lush leaves on...

From$382.61
murraya-paniculata-4

Murraya paniculata (Orange Jessamine)

Murraya paniculata, commonly known as Orange Jessamine, this is an attractive, medium-sized shrub grown for its foliage and flowers. It grows...

From$24.23
Choisya ternata with lush foliage and white flowers.

Choisya ternata (Mexican Mock Orange)

Choisya ternata, commonly known as Mexican Orange Blossom, is a lush, evergreen shrub prized for its glossy green foliage and clusters of fragrant...

From$24.23
philadelphus-snowdrift--1

Philadelphus Snowdrift (Philadelphus)

Philadelphus Snowdrift is a variety of Mock Orange selected for its stunning and fragrant flowers. It becomes adorned with masses of scented, double...

From$29.63
Acer Autumn Red tree.

Acer Autumn Red (Acer rubrum Autumn Red)

Acer platanoides Autumn Red is a variety of the commonly known Plane-Laved Maple, and is a medium sized, deciduous tree with fantastically coloured...

From$391.14
'Valencia' orange fruit.

Orange 'Valencia'

The ‘Valencia’ orange is a world-famous citrus variety celebrated for its sweet, juicy flavour and excellent juicing qualities. Perfect for New...

From$49.88
apricot-royal-rosa-

Apricot Royal Rosa

Apricot Royal Rosa produces high yields of orange coloured fruit through summer. The fruit are medium sized, firm, sweet, and juicy. This deciduous...

From$391.14
Orange 'Best Seedless' orange fruit with orange flesh.

Orange 'Best Seedless'

The ‘Best Seedless’ Orange is a superb variety prized for its deliciously sweet, seedless fruit and easy-to-peel skin. Perfect for New Zealand...

From$49.88
kniphofia-dwarf-orange-

Kniphofia Dwarf Orange (Torchlily)

Kniphofia Dwarf Orange is a variety of the commonly known, Red Hot Poker, and is grown for its colourful flowers. Stems rise above the foliage...

From$20.18
Hemerocallis 'Orange Star' colourful flowers.

Hemerocallis 'Orange Star'

Hemerocallis 'Orange Star' is a variety of the commonly known, Day Lily, and features very showy flowers. The impressive, burnt orange blooms are...

From$22.88
apricot-trevatt-4

Apricot Trevatt

Apricot Trevatt produces high yields of orange fruit with a red blush in summer. The fruit are large sized, firm, sweet, and juicy. This deciduous...

From$391.14
Orange 'Harwood Late' orange fruit.

Orange 'Harwood Late'

Orange ‘Harwood Late’ is a superb late season navel orange variety prized for its sweet, seedless fruit and smooth, easy to peel skin. This reliable...

From$49.88
azalea-autumn-lily-2

Azalea Autumn Lily (Autumn Lily Azalea)

Azalea Autumn Lily is grown for its lovely form and profuse flowering. This hardy, evergreen shrub produces masses of fragrant, large and showy...

From$29.63
Blood Orange fruit with blood-red flesh.

Orange Blood Orange

Blood Orange is a highly distinctive citrus variety admired for its rich red flesh and sweet yet tangy flavour. Perfect for New Zealand gardens, this...

From$343.89
'Navelina' orange fruit.

Orange 'Navelina'

Orange ‘Navelina’ is a superb early season navel orange variety known for its sweet, seedless fruit and smooth, easy to peel skin. Perfect for New...

From$49.88
azalea-brides-bouquet-

Azalea Brides Bouquet (Brides Bouquet Azalea)

Azalea Brides Bouquet is grown for its lovely form and profuse flowering through winter and spring. This hardy, evergreen shrub produces masses of...

From$26.93
Orange 'Barnfield' orange fruit with orange flesh ona table.

Orange Barnfield

Orange ‘Barnfield’ is a premium navel orange variety prized for its excellent flavour, seedless fruit, and reliable crops. This outstanding citrus...

From$141.61
apricot-sundrop-

Apricot Sundrop

Apricot Sundrop produces high yields of orange coloured fruit with a red blush through summer. The fruit are medium sized, firm, sweet, and juicy...

From$450.68
Orange 'Washington Navel' orange fruit.

Orange 'Washington Navel'

The ‘Washington Navel’ orange is the most famous navel orange variety, celebrated for its sweet flavour, seedless fruit, and easy-to-peel skin. This...

From$299.92
azalea-gardenia-supreme-

Azalea Gardenia Supreme

Azalea Gardenia Supreme is a popular variety due to its lovely form and profuse flowering through winter and spring. This hardy, evergreen shrub...

From$26.93
azalea-autumn-starlite--1

Azalea Autumn Starlite (Autumn Starlite Azalea)

Azalea Autumn Starlite is grown for its lovely form and profuse flowering in spring and autumn. This hardy, evergreen shrub produces masses of large...

From$26.93
azalea-indica--1

Azalea indica

This variety of Azalea grown for its lovely form and profuse flowering. This hardy, evergreen shrub produces masses of small and showy, lightly...

From$36.38
azalea-dr-van-slyieken-

Azalea Dr Van Slyieken

Azalea Dr Van Slyieken is a variety of Azalea grown for its lovely form and profuse flowering. This hardy, evergreen shrub produces masses of...

From$26.93
azalea-autumn-lilac-1

Azalea Autumn Lilac (Autumn Lilac Azalea)

Azalea Autumn Lilac is grown for its lovely form and profuse flowering. This hardy, evergreen shrub produces masses of fragrant, large and showy...

From$26.93
A 'Fukumoto' Orange tree with orange fruit.

Orange 'Fukumoto'

How to grow Orange ‘Fukumoto’ in NZ

From$299.92
Nyssa sinensis (Chinese Tupelo)

Did you find what you are looking for?

You might be interested in exploring related Latin Names - Abutilon, Acer, Apricot, Azalea, Chaenomeles, Choisya, Hemerocallis, Kniphofia, Murraya, Nyssa, Orange, Philadelphus Sorbus and Tecomaria, or related Categories - Orange Trees, Apricot Trees, Perennials, Deciduous Shrubs, Evergreen Azaleas, Evergreen Shrubs Deciduous Trees and Maple Tree.

Search deciduous azalea orange

The Beauty of Deciduous Azaleas in Orange Shades

Deciduous azaleas are known for their dramatic display of colour, and the orange-flowering varieties are no exception. Each spring, before the foliage even appears, these azaleas burst into clusters of trumpet-shaped blooms in shades ranging from soft apricot to vibrant, deep tangerine. Their leaves provide a lush, green backdrop through summer, followed by brilliant autumn tones as the season turns. With their vibrant flowers and multi-season interest, a deciduous azalea orange makes a statement in mixed borders, woodland gardens, and even as feature shrubs.

Popular Orange-Deciduous Azalea Varieties

For New Zealand gardeners, several cultivars stand out for both colour and garden performance. If you're looking for a classic, try the Azalea Early Orange, known for its warm orange tones and early-season flowering. Another favourite is Azalea 'Melford Orange', celebrated for its large, fragrant blooms.

For those who prefer a luminous, glowing effect, Azalea 'Orange Glow' is a top choice, offering a rich, glowing orange with fabulous garden impact. Gardeners seeking something a little more delicate will appreciate Azalea Orange Delight, which blends salmon and orange shades in dense trusses.

Growing and Caring for Deciduous Azalea Orange in New Zealand

Deciduous azalea orange is easy to grow and care for, provided a few essential needs are met. These azaleas love a spot in dappled shade with morning sun and shelter from harsh afternoon rays. The soil should be moist, rich in organic matter, slightly acidic, and well-drained. Mulching helps to keep roots cool and retain soil moisture. Regular watering during dry spells and an annual feed with an acid-loving plant fertiliser will keep your deciduous azalea orange thriving.

Prune immediately after flowering to maintain shape and encourage next year’s blooms. These azaleas are also generally resistant to most pests and diseases, making them a low-maintenance yet high-reward shrub for Kiwi gardens.

Perfect Plant Pairings and Alternatives

For an outstanding, coordinated display, pair your deciduous azalea orange with spring-flowering companions such as bluebells, camellias, or other deciduous azaleas in yellow or red shades. If you adore the bold orange colour but want to explore beyond azaleas, the Chaenomeles Double Take Orange (Flowering Quince) offers gorgeous blooms and is a versatile option for hedges or specimen planting.

Incorporating a deciduous azalea orange into your garden guarantees unforgettable spring colour, delightfully fragrant blooms, and a touch of year-round interest. Whether you choose the radiant Azalea Early Orange or the striking Azalea 'Orange Glow', these show-stopping shrubs will light up your outdoor space for years to come.


Contact us

Whether you need assistance finding the plant you’re looking for or you simply want to know more about who we are and what we do, we invite you to get in touch with us today. A member of The Plant Company team will get back in touch as soon as possible.

Our most famous blooms include Corokia Bronze King and Stromanthe Triostar (Stromanthe Plant), but some of our best-kept secrets are Hebe Icing Sugar, Prumnopitys ferruginea, and Fraxinus Raywoodii — underrated beauties ready to shine.
–The Plant Company

Explore Garden Inspiration

Sign up to receive a free $10 Voucher You won’t be bombarded with emails, just titbits of quality information from time to time Sign up
Free shipping on orders over $150!

Join our community of happy customers.

4.9

429 Google reviews