Country Cousins Aromi Azalea is an upright loose deciduous shrub with dark green foliage. Fragrant clusters of red buds open to rich pink flowers with lighter centers and a prominent gold splotch that blooms in late spring into summer. Best grown in part sun and rich, moist, acidic well-drained soils. Country Cousins is heat and humidity tolerant.
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Type: |
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Origins: |
Aromi Hybrid |
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Height: |
6' - 8' |
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Spread: |
4’ - 6' |
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Spacing: |
5' |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
6 - 9 |
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Culture: |
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Bloom Color: |
Pink |
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Season of Interest: |
MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Water Regularly. Mulch in winter. Proper care and air circulation should prevent most pest and disease problems. Rhododendrons are susceptible canker, crown rot, root rot, leaf spot, rust, powdery mildew, aphids, borers, lacebugs, leafhoppers, mealybugs, mites, nematodes, scale, thrips, and whitefly.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Naturalized Areas, Wildlife Garden, Foundation Plantings, and Hedges.
COMPANION PLANTS: Hydrangea, Azalea, Coral Bells
