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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.
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
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.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Gumpo White Azalea plant

How to Grow Gumpo White Azalea

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Special Situation

    • seaside / salt tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy
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