Evergreen Azalea
Rhododendron 'Pink Pancake'
Ericaceae
Other names
Groundcover Azalea
Growth habit
Shrub
Perennation
Long-lived polycarpic perennial
Source of plant
Polly Hill Arboretum
Description
'Pink Pancake' (#61-077-03) blooms a bit later than its sibling, 'Michael Hill', but does not flower as late in the season as its other sibling, 'Late Love'. This azalea is flatter than any other nakaharai except 'Mount Seven Star' itself. It was slower to catch hold than its siblings and remains lower, with shorter twig growth. It is now 15" tall and 4' wide in 1 7 years from seed. The surface is smooth, and it keeps a good green color well into winter. New growth is very short on top, and about 10" on the outer branches. The flower lasts well into July. Propagation is easy.
USDA Hardiness Zone
5