Pinxter Azalea
Scientific Name
Rhododendron canescens
Geographical Considerations
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View this image below in landscape mode highly recommended
Hardiness Zones
6a to 10a
This is a native Florida plant.
Yard Conditions
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Optimal Light
Pinxter Azalea grows best in Partial Shade.
Light Range
It performs in Partial Shade
Soil Texture
Any Texture
Soil Moisture
Well Drained
Soil pH
Acid to Slightly Acid (4.5-6.5)
Salt Tolerance
Low to None
DroughtTolerance
Medium
Wind Resistance
Not known
Toxicity
Not known
Nematode Tolerance
Not known
Appearance
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Plant Type
- Shrubs - Large
Plant Shape
- Upright
- Irregular
Leaf Persistence
Pinxter Azalea is Deciduous
Spread
6-10 feet
Height
8-12 feet
Growth Rate
Slow
Leaf Size
Medium
Leaf Texture
Medium
Flower Size
Medium
Flower Month
- March
- April
- May
Flower Color
- White
- Pink
Plant Role for Butterflies
Nectar
Additional Detail
Pink/white, spring flowers; prefers well drained soil that retains moisture. Brown fruit. | Pests/Diseases: mushroom root rot, iron deficiency | attracts butterflies, hummingbirds, other birds
