Buy Girard's Crimson Evergreen Azalea

Scientific Name: Rhododendron 'Girard's Crimson'

Also Known As

Azalea 'Girard's Crimson'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 3'-4'

planting zones

5a-8b

6-9 inch | $34.75

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Girard's Crimson Evergreen Azalea plant details

Girard's Crimson Evergreen Azalea is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring pink and red flowers emerge. 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. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Girard's Crimson Evergreen Azalea

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Girard's Crimson Evergreen Azalea

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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Evergreen shrub with large, rosy red flowers. Foliage may turn glossy orangish-red with cold weather. While very toxic to livestock, they seem to not be a problem for dogs & cats.

By: Garden World

Flowers are a strong purple-red with a vivid red blotch. A popular Girard hybrid.

By: Bloom River Gardens

Reddish Pink 2' Dwarf. Large, showy flowers are a deep crimson-pink on a compact bush. Dark green leaves contrast beautifully with the crimson-pink blossoms, new growth is a light green. 'Crimson' is the perfect size to plant n front of taller bushes or in a perennial bed.