AZALEA (RHODODENDRON) KAREN / KAREN AZALEA

AZALEA (RHODODENDRON) KAREN / KAREN AZALEA
A Beautiful Azalea with Soft Pink Flowers and Vigorous Growth

Azalea Karen is a charming deciduous shrub that features soft pink, funnel-shaped flowers in mid to late spring. The delicate blooms are set against dark green, glossy foliage, offering a striking contrast. This compact azalea is ideal for shaded gardens, foundation plantings, and borders. It thrives in moist, acidic soils and is cold-hardy, making it suitable for a variety of climates and easy to grow with minimal care.

Why Choose Karen Azalea?

• Soft Pink Blooms: Elegant, soft pink flowers create a beautiful spring display.
• Cold-Hardy: Suitable for USDA Zones 4–9, making it perfect for cooler climates.
• Seasonal Interest: The dark green foliage turns bronze in the fall, adding year-round appeal.
• Compact and Low Maintenance: Ideal for smaller spaces or low-maintenance gardens.

Key Features:

• Flower Color: Soft pink, funnel-shaped blooms in mid to late spring.
• Foliage: Glossy dark green leaves that transition to bronze in the fall.
• Height and Spread: Grows 2–3 feet tall and 3–4 feet wide.
• Hardiness: USDA Zones 4–9.
• Sunlight: Prefers partial shade or dappled sunlight.
• Soil Requirements: Thrives in moist, acidic, well-drained soil.

Specifications:

• Plant Size: 2–3 feet tall, 3–4 feet wide.
• Flowering Time: Mid to late spring.
• Hardiness: USDA Zones 4–9.
• Soil: Prefers acidic, well-drained soil with consistent moisture.

Ideal Uses:

• Woodland Gardens: Perfect for shaded areas, providing a touch of softness and color.
• Foundation Plantings: Adds a gentle pop of color to the front of your home or garden beds.
• Borders and Edges: A compact shrub that works well in borders, creating a neat, attractive display.
• Pollinator Gardens: Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds with its nectar-rich blooms.

Karen Azalea is a lovely addition to any garden, offering soft pink flowers, dependable growth, and a compact size. With minimal care required, this hardy azalea is perfect for shaded gardens, borders, and foundation plantings, brightening your landscape from spring through fall.