Rhodes Greenhouses Swamp Azalea
Best vibrant shrub for enhancing diverse garden landscapes.
This native deciduous azalea offers fragrant white blooms in late spring and early summer, attracting pollinators. It thrives in moist, acidic soils and adapts to various light conditions, providing vibrant fall color. A low-maintenance choice for adding beauty and wildlife benefits to your garden.
$75.99
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a powerfully fragrant shrub for their outdoor spaces.
- Homeowners with boggy spots or rain gardens needing an adaptable plant.
- Enthusiasts wanting to prolong the vibrant display of their azalea collection.
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in alkaline or dry soil areas, who might struggle to establish.
- Landscapers desiring a dense, formal shrub without consistent maintenance.
- Gardeners with only full-sun locations, who might struggle with placement.
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Appeal
Fragrant blooms act as a magnet for local butterflies and hummingbirds.
Seasonal Versatility
Provides spring fragrance and a striking red autumn foliage display.
Maintenance Ease
A hardy native shrub that thrives with minimal intervention once established.
Site Adaptability
Flexible light requirements allow for placement in sun or partial shade.
Wetland Performance
Unmatched resilience in moist, acidic soils where other shrubs often struggle.
Growth Habit
Mounded structure provides a clean, architectural look for woodland garden borders.
Key Specs
Hardiness Zones
4–9
Height
8-10'
Width
6-8'
Sun Exposure
Part Shade, Full Sun
Soil Conditions
Moist, Wet, Acidic
Growth Habit
Mounded
Flower Color
White, Pink
Foliage Type
Deciduous
Fall Color
Red
Wildlife
Butterflies, Hummingbirds
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