Azalea

Rhododendron 'Pennsylvania' Ericaceae

Growth habit

Shrub

Perennation

Long-lived polycarpic perennial

Location

Comstock Knoll and Rhododendron Collection

Source of plant

Fairweather Gardens, Peter Podaras, Klyn Nurseries

Description

Plants have an exceptionally late blooming season, producing fragrant, pink, orange-eyed flowers in late July and early August. Foliage is fine-textured and mildew resistant, turning coppery-yellow in fall. to 8' tall.

USDA Hardiness Zone

5

Special characteristics

flowering season, fragrance