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    Japanese Azalea

    Scientific Name: Rhododendron tashiroi 333-19

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 3'-4'
    • W: 3'-4'

    planting zones

    • 6b-10a

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    Japanese Azalea plant details

    Japanese Azalea is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring 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, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Japanese Azalea

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

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Japanese Azalea

    USDA Zones: 6b - 10a
    Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
    Resistant to: snail / slug, heat and humidity
    Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Japanese azalea. Withstands heat and drought. White flowers.

    By: Thompson's Nursery

    Gardening facts about Japanese Azalea plant

    How to Grow Japanese 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

      • white

    • Wildlife

      • bees
      • butterflies
      • hummingbirds
      • snail / slug resistant

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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