Buy Silver Sword Evergreen Azalea

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.

By: Bloom River Gardens

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

By: Garden World

Dark rose-purple w/darker vein, variegated foliage, reddish in fall, prefers humusy soil, regular water.

By: Lael's Moon Garden

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.