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‘Compacta’

Azalea - Korean

Rhododendron yedoense var. poukhanense

'Compacta'

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Compact Rhododendron Compacta blooming in tight mound Drifts of Rhododendron Compacta intermixed with evergreen accents in spring landscape Mounded drifts of Rhododendron Compacta's lavender blooms filling landscape behind tree Lavender flowers of Rhododendron Compacta
  • Shade tolerant
  • Hardy
  • Spring color
Description

Heirloom azalea. It's surprising that such an easy-to-grow azalea can be so difficult to find - that's why we added Rhododendron yedoense var. poukhanense 'Compacta' to our selection. Found in gardens since the 1800s, it offers exceptional cold-hardiness, very high shade tolerance, and a flurry of star-shaped lavender flowers in late spring.

USDA Zone
4 - 8 (-30°F/-34°C)
Exposure
Full sun, Part sun
Height
3 - 5'
Width
3 - 5'
Finish Time
1 season
Type
Semi-evergreen
Bloom Time
Spring
Flower Color
Purple
Foliage Color
Green
Liner Sizes
2 1/4", 4"

Soil

Cool, acidic soils with abundant organic matter and good drainage are required.

Pruning

Rarely needed; Prune after flowering if required.

Uses

Woodland gardens; pollinator gardens; specimen; foundation plantings; mixed borders.

Growing Tips

Shallow, fibrous roots benefit from a layer of mulch.

Features: Compact, Attracts pollinators

Filters: Botanical genus: Rhododendron, Common name: Azalea - Korean, Retail program: Local Roots®, USDA Zone 4, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, Exposure: Full sun, Exposure: Part sun, Bloom time: Spring, Purple flowers, Green foliage

Features: Compact, Attracts pollinators

Filters: Botanical genus: Rhododendron, Common name: Azalea - Korean, Retail program: Local Roots®, USDA Zone 4, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, Exposure: Full sun, Exposure: Part sun, Bloom time: Spring, Purple flowers, Green foliage