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Scientific Name: Rhododendron viscosum

Also Known As

Azalea viscosum

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 3'-5'
W: 3'-5'

planting zones

4a-9b

3-4 feet | $126

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Swamp Azalea plant details

Swamp Azalea is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring pink and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly 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 verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Swamp Azalea

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, container plant, cutting garden, floriferous, fragrant, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Swamp Azalea

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Small, very fragrant white flowers sometimes edged pink are narrow tubular-shaped and open after the foliage to form trusses in groups of 12. Develops into a thicket with upright, spreading branches. A deciduous form that is also sold as Swamp honeysuckle or Swamp azalea.