University of Florida

Rhododendron nudiflorum

Common name(s): Pinxterbloom Azalea, Pinxter Flower, Honeysuckle, Purple Honeysuckle

Plant type: deciduous small shrub
Primary method of propagation: cutting
Alternate propagation method(s): seed

Propagation by Cuttings

Cutting type: stem tip
Time of year to take cuttings: early Summer
Cutting maturity: semi-hardwood
Rooting hormone: IBA TALC 8000 PPM
Rooting environment: intermittent mist
Soil temperature for best rooting: 75-80 degrees F
Time to rooting: 8-12 weeks

Propagation by Seed

Time of year to collect seed: Autumn
Time of year to sow seed: Summer
Seed treatment: none
Time required for germination: 4-6 weeks
Comment: Germination environment temperature is 86 degrees F during the day and 68 degrees F at night.