pinxterbloom azalea
Rhododendron periclymenoides
USDA zones4 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial shade
WaterHandles dry to wet soil
Size3 to 6 feet tall4 to 7 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Slow
- Bloom season
- Spring, autumn
- Bloom color
- White or pink
- Foliage color
- Green
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay
- Soil pH
- Acidic (pH<6.8)
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
Pinxterbloom azalea (Rhododendron periclymenoides) is a shrub for borders, hedges, and pollinator gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full sun to part shade and dry to wet, sandy, loamy, or clay soil. Pink or white flowers open in large clusters before or with the leaves. Rabbits tend to nibble other plants first. At least half a day of sun keeps it from getting leggy.
Pairs well with Halcyon hosta, Douglas fir, and Carnaval De Nice tulip.
Native range
Eastern United States.