AZALEA (RHODODENDRON) ELSIE LEE / ELSIE LEE AZALEA

AZALEA (RHODODENDRON) ELSIE LEE / ELSIE LEE AZALEA
A Cold-Hardy Azalea with Elegant Lavender-Blue Double Blooms

Azalea Elsie Lee is a stunning deciduous azalea that produces an abundance of lavender-blue, double flowers in mid to late spring. Its lush green foliage provides a beautiful contrast to the delicate blooms, and in fall, the leaves turn a rich bronze, adding seasonal interest. This hardy azalea thrives in partial shade and well-drained, acidic soil, making it a perfect choice for woodland gardens, foundation plantings, and shaded borders.

Why Choose Elsie Lee Azalea?

• Lavender-Blue Double Blooms: Elegant, fully double flowers cover the plant in mid to late spring.
• Cold-Hardy: More tolerant of colder climates than many azaleas, making it suitable for northern gardens.
• Seasonal Interest: Green foliage turns a warm bronze in fall, adding year-round appeal.
• Compact and Low Maintenance: A well-behaved shrub that thrives with minimal care.

Key Features:

• Flower Color: Lavender-blue, double blooms in mid to late spring.
• Foliage: Glossy green leaves turn bronze in fall.
• Height and Spread: Grows 3–4 feet tall and 3–5 feet wide.
• Hardiness: USDA Zones 5–9.
• Sunlight: Prefers partial shade but tolerates filtered sunlight.
• Soil Requirements: Requires moist, acidic, well-drained soil.

Specifications:

• Plant Size: 3–4 feet tall, 3–5 feet wide.
• Flowering Time: Mid to late spring.
• Hardiness: USDA Zones 5–9.
• Soil: Prefers acidic, well-drained soil with consistent moisture.

Ideal Uses:

• Woodland Gardens: Thrives in dappled shade and complements other shade-loving plants.
• Foundation Plantings: Adds elegance and seasonal color to home landscapes.
• Borders and Edges: A compact shrub that enhances shaded borders and pathways.
• Container Planting: Can be grown in large containers with acidic soil mix for patio or deck display.

Elsie Lee Azalea is a charming and cold-hardy flowering shrub that brings elegance and color to shaded gardens. With its striking double blooms and easy-care nature, it's an excellent choice for foundation plantings, woodland landscapes, and borders.