Karen Azalea
Azalea x 'Karen' (Gable Hybrid)
Filtered sun
Keep soil moist, but not soggy.
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Due to the seasonal nature of plants, availability at your local garden center is not guaranteed. Give them a call before visiting.
- Escazu Nursery
20820 N. Rand Rd (rt 12) Lake Zurich IL 60047
- Mutual Ace Hardware -
239 E. Northwest Highway Palatine IL 60067
- Lowe's
1660 N Milwaukee Avenue Vernon Hills IL 60061
- Len's Ace Hardware
745 Buffalo Grove Road Buffalo Grove IL 60089
| Botanical Pronunciation | uh-ZAY-lee-uh |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Moderate growing; reaches 2 to 4 ft. tall, 3 to 5 ft. wide. |
| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Design Ideas | Karen is without a doubt among the most coveted azaleas for front foundation bed planting. It's cherished for position near the front door to call attention in the spring with its exquisite mass of color. Outstanding shrub for all beds and borders and will integrate with nearly every plant sharing the same requirements. Azaleas naturally thrive in the acidic soils beneath natural woodlands or ornamental groves of evergreen and hardwood trees. This is an essential of the Japanese tea garden as a symbol of spring, and is found in gardens throughout Asia. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Attribute | Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Purplish-pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Asian/Zen, Cottage |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
| Light Needs | Filtered sun |
| Special Feature | Easy Care, Fall Color |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Keep soil moist, but not soggy. |
| Companion Plants | Japanese Maple (Acer); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Astilbe (Astilbe); Camellia (Camellia); Mountain Laurel (Kalmia); Clethra (Clethra) |
Thrives in humus-rich, acidic, moist, well-drained soils. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, water as needed to maintain evenly moist soil. Feed with an acid fertilizer after bloom. Keep roots cool with a thick layer of mulch.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 4-9
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 5
Good to grow!