Description
Aphrodite Azalea is a showstopper in the spring garden, blanketed with soft pink trumpet-shaped blooms accented by vivid hot pink spots. These stunning flowers appear in late May to early June, adding a pop of color to mixed borders or foundation plantings. Its evergreen foliage provides year-round interest, making it a reliable structural shrub throughout all seasons.
With an upright, spreading habit, Aphrodite reaches about 5 feet tall and wide at maturity. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and requires moist, acidic, well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Avoid alkaline soils and hot, dry sites for best performance. With minimal pruning and the right growing conditions, this azalea will flourish for decades.
Each plant comes in a #3 (3 gallon) growers container. The image shown represents an example of what you may receive. Please note that the height, shape, and fullness of each plant may vary due to natural growth patterns. Rest assured, we will select the healthiest and most vibrant plant for you.
Plant Specs:
Botanical Name: Rhododendron 'Aphrodite'
Light: full sun – partial sun
Watering: regular watering
Soil: acidic, moist, well draining soil with organic matter
Zone: 6 – 8
Plant Shape: upright, spreading
Plant Type: multi-stem evergreen shrub
Mature Size: height (5') , width (5')
Blooming Season: April – June
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