Azalea Dogwood | Live Plants | Pink and Red Flowering Rhododendron

The beautiful white and pink variegated blooms of this evergreen make it appealing in the landscape world. Its compact growth habit spreads 3-4 feet tall and wide. Its glossy oval-shaped leaves are an attractive change for an azalea. This plant can be used as a hedge, or decorative accent planting. It is essential to frequently water newly planted azaleas due to their shallow root systems. The amount of water necessary should equal one inch of rain per week until mature root system is established. Pruning helps maintain an attractive look while inducing branching for seasonal blooming. The Dogwood Azalea is a beautiful spring-blooming rhododendron. This selection produces single form bright white and pink variegated trumpet-shaped blooms. Watch and be amazed as these blossoms emerge in considerable numbers every year in late spring, and transform the appearance of this shrub for weeks to follow. Plant in Partial Sun for best results. Filtered Sun for much of the day or 2-3 hours of direct sun a day is sufficient. Too much sun will stress the plant, while too little sun will result in decreased foliage and bloom potential. This rhododendron has only medium water requirements once established. For the first growing season, provide supplementary water 2-3 times a week in average weather conditions. Fertilize in early spring with balanced acidic plant fertilizer. This will help ensure future growth and blooms, as well as promote the overall well-being of your plant. Trim after the bloom cycle has ended. The Dogwood Azalea, like other yearly blooming rhododendrons, begins compiling the next years blooms after the end of the current years cycle. Trimming too late will decrease the amount of potential blooms for the next year.