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Rhododendron occidentale
Western Azalea
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer: Steve Mullany
Description
The Western Azalea is a deciduous shrub that grows 6'-10' tall. It produces fragrant, showy white to pink flower clusters between May and June. This shrub prefers shade and is hardy to -5 degrees F. The Western Azalea is native to California, is drought tolerant, and attracts hummingbirds.
Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate, Slow
Soil Type
Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Apply as little fertilizer as possible.
If you use fertilizer make sure it stays on the landscape, and carefully water it in so there is NO runoff.