7 Gallon Irish Cream Azalea

Scientific Name: Rhododendron 'Irish Cream'

Common Names: Irish Cream Azalea

Height: Typically reaches 2-3 feet

Width: Spreads approximately 3-4 feet

Sun Requirements: Thrives in partial shade; protection from harsh afternoon sun is beneficial

USDA Hardiness Zones: 6b to 9

Notable Features:

• Foliage: Evergreen leaves with a glossy appearance, maintaining color year-round
• Form: Low mounding, compact growth habit
• Flowers: Large, 3-4 inch creamy white flowers with a yellow-green blotch in the center
• Uses: Ideal for mass plantings, low hedges, and accent plantings in garden beds
• Soil Preferences: Prefers well-drained, highly acidic, organic-rich soils; incorporating peat moss during planting is recommended
• Maintenance: Regular watering is essential, especially during dry periods; light pruning may be done to maintain shape
• Pests/Diseases: May be susceptible to azalea lace bugs and root rot in poorly drained soils; monitoring for pests is advised