Azalea ‘Snowbird’
Azalea - Snowbird
A deciduous Azalea which has pink buds opening white with pink flushes. Flowers are very fragrant, blooming early midseason. Powdery mildew resistant foliage is blue-green in colour and transitions to shades of orange, red and yellow in the fall. Grows 4′ high and wide in a 10 year period.
Additional information
| Exposure | Filtered Light, Part Sun |
|---|---|
| Zone | 5, 6 |
Origin
Hybrid seedling of Azalea atlanticum and Azalea canescens. Bred by Biltmore Gardens of North Carolina in 1955.
Special Notes
Exposure: Morning Sun, afternoon shade or all day filtered light. Protect from the hot mid-day sun. Protect from the prevailing winter winds, plant in a sheltered location.
Soil: A very acidic, moist but well draining soil is required. Avoid heavy compacted soils such as clay.
Maintenance: Selective pruning right after flowering in done. Dead-heading is recommended for increased flower production the following year.
