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Sweet Azalea-Azalea arborescens-Fragrant blooms 5 Gallon

Sweet Azalea-Azalea arborescens-Fragrant blooms 5 Gallon

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Azalea arborescens - Plant Catalog

Azalea arborescens

Description

Azalea arborescens, commonly known as Sweet Azalea, is a deciduous shrub known for its fragrant white to pink flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. It is native to the eastern United States and thrives in woodland environments.

Suggested Uses

Sweet Azalea is ideal for woodland gardens, naturalized areas, and as a part of mixed shrub borders. Its fragrant blooms make it a delightful addition to any garden setting.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Azalea arborescens
  • Common Name Common Name: Sweet Azalea
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: Typically grows 6-8 feet tall and 4-6 feet wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 5-7
  • 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 adequate 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 shade-loving plants

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained, acidic soil with organic matter
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Acidic, humus-rich soil
  • Humidity Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity
  • 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 slow-release, acid-loving plant fertilizer
  • Special Care Special Care: Avoid planting in areas with poor drainage
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