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Girard's Variegated Gem Evergreen Azalea

Scientific Name: Rhododendron 'Girard's Variegated Gem'

Also Known As

  • Azalea 'Girard's Variegated Gem'
  • Azalea Girard Hybrid

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

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Girard's Variegated Gem Evergreen Azalea plant details

Girard's Variegated Gem Evergreen Azalea is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green, variegated and white foliage. In spring pink and red flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Girard's Variegated Gem Evergreen Azalea

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Girard's Variegated Gem Evergreen Azalea

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Bright pink flowers spring top green and white leaves, prefers humusy soil, regular water, Hardy to zone 5

Gardening facts about Girard's Variegated Gem Evergreen Azalea plant

How to Grow Girard's Variegated Gem Evergreen Azalea

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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