The difference between azalea and rhododendron

Unlike the former, rhododendron is a tall plant, about 2 to 7 meters in height, with many branches, most of which are slender, and thick branches are rare.

2. The difference of flowers:

The flowers of Western azalea are generally clustered in groups of 1 to 3, with about ten clusters per plant. The pedicels are relatively long, about 0.5 to 1.5 cm long, and the calyx is relatively large. It can bloom all year round, with most of the flowering period concentrated in winter and spring.

Rhododendrons have 2 to 3 flowers clustered at the top of the plant. The pedicels are relatively short, about 8 mm long, and the flowering period varies depending on the variety.

3. The difference of leaves:

Rhododendron is an evergreen shrub with small leaves that remain green all year round.

Rhododendron is a deciduous shrub, and the leaves of some varieties will turn yellow and fall off.