Eikan Azalea

Scientific Name: Rhododendron 'Eikan'

Also Known As

Azalea 'Eikan'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 3'-4'

planting zones

6a-9b

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Eikan Azalea plant details

Eikan Azalea is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer pink, salmon and white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Eikan Azalea

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: pink, salmon and white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Eikan Azalea

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

No two flowers alike!

By: Bloom River Gardens

An azalea with variable blossoms; 'Eikan' hosts a myriad of colors. In June, 3-4" flowers show shades of snowy white and/or delicate salmon pink in combinations including stripes, spots and blushes. A vigorous grower, 'Eikan' reaches a height of about 2' and continues to spread. Such personality makes this a must for your garden.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Eikan Azalea plant

How to Grow Eikan Azalea

Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- acidic
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant