Hampton Beauty Azalea is a compact evergreen shrub with tight dark green foliage. The small multi-hued pink flowers with red speckles bloom heavily in clusters from mid to late spring, attracting butterflies. A very versatile plant that prefers partial sun with acidic rich, well-drained soils.
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Height: |
3' - 5' |
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Spread: |
3' - 5' |
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Spacing: |
4’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
7 - 10 |
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Bloom Color: |
Pink |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: A low maintenance plant. Moderate water needs, properly drained soils is a must to avoid root rot. Mulch helps to keep roots from drying out. Keep away from drip lines of the walnut family. Southern climates with excessive humidity are more prone to powdery mildew, twig blights, and rust. Cold winters may freeze the flower buds and reduce bloom come spring, and leaves may experience winter burn.
LANDSCAPE USES: Mass or Specimen Plantings, Woodland Gardens, Borders, Foundation Plantings, Hedges, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Hydrangea, Japanese Painted Fern, Anise
IMAGE: Cliff from Arlington, Virginia, USA, North Tisbury Azalea (Rhododendron) Gabrielle Hill (3575208800), CC BY 2.0
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