Tradition Azalea
Azalea x 'Tradition' (Kurume hybrid)
SKU
00209
Very heavy bloomer with medium pink flowers that make a wonderful spring show. Flowers are backed by tiny evergreen foliage on a low spreading form.
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Filtered sun
Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | uh-ZAY-lee-uh |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Moderate growing 2 to 4 ft. high, 3 to 5 ft. wide. |
| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Design Ideas | Exceptional early spring color for partial shade beds, borders and foundation plantings. A natural under large tree groves and on the perimeter of wildlands or naturalistic landscapes. A traditional choice for Asian inspired gardens. Bold color for reflecting pools and water gardens. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Attribute | Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Asian/Zen |
| Growth Habit | Round |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Coastal Exposure |
| Light Needs | Filtered sun |
| Soil Needs | Azalea & Camellia Food |
| Special Feature | Gift Plant, Tolerates Acidic Soil, Compact Form |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat. |
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Provide well drained soil, rich in organic matter. Feed with an acid fertilizer after bloom. Keep roots cool with a thick layer of mulch.
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 6 - 9
Your climate may be too cold for this plant