Hoary azalea
Rhododendron canescens
Hoary azalea is a stunning native deciduous shrub that bursts into fragrant pink blooms in early spring, often before its leaves emerge. Plant it in part shade with acidic, well-drained, humus-rich soil — conditions that mimic its natural woodland habitat in the southeastern US. Avoid waterlogged soil and harsh afternoon sun to keep the foliage healthy and the blooms vibrant each season.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Slow
Mature Height
120″ – 360″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
72″
Flowers
mixed
Watering Schedule
Every 5-7 Days In Growing Season; Reduce To Every 10-14 Days In Dormancy • Water Thoroughly Until Moisture Reaches The Full Root Depth; Keep Soil Evenly Moist But Never Waterlogged
Soil pH
4.3 – 5.8
Temperature
-25° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 180″
Root Depth
Shallow
Foliage
Coarse
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken May 19, 2021 by Jia Xu (cc-by-sa)
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