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Girard's Fuchsia Azalea | Evergreen Shrub with Bright Pink & Fuchsia Flowers | Shade-Loving, Pollinator-Attracting, Container-Friendly Plant for Garden & Borders 3 Gallon

Girard's Fuchsia Azalea | Evergreen Shrub with Bright Pink & Fuchsia Flowers | Shade-Loving, Pollinator-Attracting, Container-Friendly Plant for Garden & Borders 3 Gallon

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Girard's Fuchsia Azalea

Description

A vibrant, evergreen shrub with clusters of bright pink and fuchsia-colored flowers blooming in spring to early summer. Hardy and versatile, it thrives in acidic soils with partial shade.

Suggested Uses

Perfect for border plantings, hedges, container gardens, and accent features in shaded or partially sunny gardens.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Rhododendron 'Girard's Fuchsia'
  • Common Name: Girard's Fuchsia Azalea
  • Size & Growth: 3-4 ft tall, 3-4 ft wide; grows slowly to moderately
  • Hardiness Zones: 6-9
  • Foliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom Time: Late Spring to Early Summer
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements: Partial Shade to Full Shade
  • Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly: Not typically suited for indoor growth
  • Container Friendly: Yes, with adequate drainage
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning: Toxic to pets if ingested
  • Fragrant: Yes, fragrant flowers
  • Cut Flower: Suitable for bouquets
  • Grows Well With: Ferns, hostas, azaleas

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions: Plant in acidic, well-drained soil in partial shade.
  • Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist, but not waterlogged.
  • Soil Type: Acidic, loamy or sandy soil
  • Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity levels
  • Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to maintain shape and health
  • Winter Care: Mulch heavily in colder zones; provide frost protection if necessary
  • Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in container or nursery
  • Fertilization: Fertilize in spring with acid-loving plant fertilizer
  • Special Care: Avoid drying out or overwatering; prefers shade during hottest months
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