If you follow my blog, you know that I cannot pass-up a bargain & this is the time of year when Garden Centers & nurseries are clearing out their summer inventories in favor of Fall & looking towards the holidays.
Sure enough, I ran into this specimen, on sale for $4.00 & scooped it up.
The Formosa Azalea (Rhododendron indica 'Formosa' or Azalea indica 'Formosa') is a classic, large-growing evergreen, prized for its vibrant blooms, hardiness, and rapid growth. It is a staple in landscapes throughout the American South and warmer climates.
He joins the Red Bird Azalea (Rhododendron "Red Bird") as a hardier, more sun-tolerant plant, & will be noticeably larger than his cousin.
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