“Shrub with bright flowers” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.AZALEA is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Shrub with bright flowers”. It was last seen in the puzzle of November 10, 2025, where it runs at 9 Down and fills 6 squares. It crosses 6 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.