Sweetly fragrant pinwheel flowers on a deciduous native azalea that grows from New England to Georgia. Earlier and more cold-hardy than most.
Quick Reference
- Bloom Season
- Apr to May
- USDA Zones
- 4-8
- Sun
- Part Shade or Part Sun
- Water
- Moderate - regular watering
- Mature Height
- 4-8'
- Bloom Colors
- PinkWhiteLavender
♣ Native Species✿ Pollinator Friendly❋ Fragrant△ Deer Resistant
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About This Name
Rhododendron periclymenoides is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Wild Azalea unambiguously. The genus Rhododendron places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Wild Azalea, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Rhododendron periclymenoides will give you the most precise results.