Photo of Sugar & Spice Azalea flower by Greer Gardens Inc.

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Scientific Name: Rhododendron 'Melle'

Also Known As

  • Azalea 'Sugar and Spice'

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 8b-9b

6-9 inch | $34.75

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Sugar & Spice Azalea plant details

Sugar & Spice Azalea is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sugar & Spice Azalea

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sugar & Spice Azalea

USDA Zones: 8b - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Double flowers open medium-light pink with dark pink stripes. Dark green leaves on a compact growing plant. Quite a show. Unfortunately, not real hardy. Best for warm winter areas.
What delicious topping for the eyes! This variety has dark green foliage on a compact plant. Flowers are double, medium-light pink with deep pink stripes. What a great show in spring for your front walk or foundation beds.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Sugar & Spice Azalea plant

How to Grow Sugar & Spice Azalea

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy
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