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Azalea viscosum-Swamp Azalea-Fragrant Blooms 2/3' h 10 Gallon

Azalea viscosum-Swamp Azalea-Fragrant Blooms 2/3' h 10 Gallon

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Azalea viscosum

Description

Azalea viscosum, commonly known as Swamp Azalea, is a deciduous shrub native to the eastern United States. It is known for its fragrant white to pink blooms that appear in late spring to early summer. This plant thrives in moist, acidic soils and is often found in wetlands and along stream banks.

Suggested Uses

Swamp Azalea is ideal for naturalized areas, woodland gardens, and wetland margins. It can also be used in mixed borders and as a fragrant addition to garden paths.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Azalea viscosum
  • Common Name Common Name: Swamp Azalea
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 3-5 feet tall and wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 4-9
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Partial shade to full sun
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes, attracts bees and butterflies
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes, with proper care
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: No
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested
  • Fragrant Fragrant: Yes
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: Yes
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Ferns, hostas, and other moisture-loving plants

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall, ensuring the root ball is level with the soil surface.
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged.
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers acidic, well-drained soils rich in organic matter.
  • Humidity Humidity: Thrives in high humidity environments.
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead wood.
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder climates.
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as the nursery pot.
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Use a fertilizer formulated for acid-loving plants in early spring.
  • Special Care Special Care: Avoid planting in alkaline soils and ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
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