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Tawain Azalea
Scientific Name: Rhododendron oldhamii
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 4'-5'
- W: 3'-4'
planting zones
- 8a-10b
Tawain Azalea plant details
Tawain Azalea is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring red flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Tawain Azalea
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: ericaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
- Flowers: red blooms in spring
- Uses: border plant, woodland garden, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Tawain Azalea
- USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: heat and humidity
- Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained
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How to Grow Tawain Azalea
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- acidic
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- fuzzy
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