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Scientific Name: Rhododendron 'Silver Sword'

Also Known As

  • Azalea 'Silver Flame'
  • Azalea 'Silver Sword'
  • Rhododendron 'Silver Flame'
  • Rhododendron kaempferi 'Silver Sword'
  • Silver Flame Evergreen Azalea
  • Silver Sword Torch Azalea

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 4'-5'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

6-9 inch | $34.75

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Silver Sword Evergreen Azalea plant details

Silver Sword Evergreen Azalea is a moderate-growing broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen shrub with green, variegated and white foliage. In spring pink and red flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Silver Sword Evergreen Azalea

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 4 FT - 5 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and red blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, container plant, hedge, rock garden, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Silver Sword Evergreen Azalea

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Red flowers appear in spring atop beautiful variegated leaves. A Meivogel hybrid. Introduced by Cottage Gardens in 1980.
This unusual, evergreen azalea has unique, deep green leaves with creamy yellow margins. Bright pink flowers turn red as they age. While very toxic to livestock, they seem to not be a problem for dogs & cats. Growth Rate slow
Dark rose-purple w/darker vein, variegated foliage, reddish in fall, prefers humusy soil, regular water.
Yew green leaves laced white the edges are the hallmark of this year round delight. Blooms dark rose-purple with darker veins radiating from the corolla feature frilly waved lobes and a 2½" span. In fall, leaves take on a red tinge. 'Silver Sword' brightens any shady corner.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Silver Sword Evergreen Azalea plant

How to Grow Silver Sword Evergreen Azalea

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
    • red
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
    • semi-evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy
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