Buy Gumpo White Azalea

Scientific Name: Rhododendron 'Gumpo White'

Also Known As

Azalea 'Gumpo White'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 1'-2'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

7a-9b

6-9 inch | $34.75

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Gumpo White Azalea plant details

Gumpo White Azalea is a moderate-growing, slow-growing broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Gumpo White Azalea

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, compact, container plant, hedge, rock garden, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gumpo White Azalea

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: seaside / salt and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

2.5-3.0 inch ruffled, single flowers are white and bloom May into June. The various 'Gumpo' azaleas have been in production for over 100 years.

By: Bloom River Gardens

Evergreen, spreading shrub with small, dark green leaves. Single white flower that blooms in mid-spring. While very toxic to livestock, they seem to not be a problem for dogs & cats. Growth Rate slow

By: Garden World

Gumpo White covers itself in pure white flowers, like a low flying cloud has descended on your garden. A true dwarf, ideal for massing low hedges. 2'x3' in ten years. Awards: Award of Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society.

By: Fantastic Plants

Wavy 2-3" white flowers with occasional purple flecks and small, glossy leaves make this plant especially attractive. Similar in habit to 'Gumpo Fancy,' plant grows low and compact.