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Azalea viscosum-Swamp Azalea-Fragrant Flowers 2 Gallon

Azalea viscosum-Swamp Azalea-Fragrant Flowers 2 Gallon

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Azalea viscosum

Description

The Azalea viscosum, commonly known as the Swamp Azalea, is a deciduous shrub native to the eastern United States. It is known for its fragrant, white to pinkish flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. This plant thrives in wetland areas and is often found in swamps and along stream banks.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for woodland gardens, bog gardens, and naturalized areas. It can also be used as a border plant or in mixed shrub plantings. Its fragrant flowers make it an excellent choice for sensory gardens.

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 humid conditions.
  • 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 in the nursery pot.
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
  • Special Care Special Care: Avoid overhead watering to prevent fungal diseases.
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