Silvester Azalea

Scientific Name: Rhododendron 'Silvester'

Also Known As

Azalea 'Silvester'
Azalea 'Sylvester'
Rhododendron 'Sylvester'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 24"-39"
W: 24"-39"

planting zones

7a-9b

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Silvester Azalea plant details

Silvester Azalea is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and regular water. Does well in acidic and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Silvester Azalea

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 24 IN - 39 IN - wide, 24 IN - 39 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, container plant, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Silvester Azalea

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Composed of 5 single, rounded elongated lobes, clear pink flowers with dark rose corollas. Foliage is medium green and habit is low and spreading. Inter plant with low growing rhododendron hybrids with complementary bloom colors for a finely textured evergreen garden. Such colors will distinguish 'Sylvester's' elegantly simple blooms.