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‘Compacta’

Azalea - Korean

Rhododendron yedoense var. poukhanense

'Compacta'

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  • 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