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Dr. Jim Ballington

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SWEET REWARD® Coral

Azalea

Rhododendron x

'NCB195'

PP#36,915

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  • Colorful flowers
  • Fragrant
  • Hardy
Description

Sweet Reward Coral azalea is far from your typical selection: not only is it hardy, but it lights up spring with large, vivid globes of salmon-colored flowers and incredible fragrance. Splashes of bright orange ensure this plant will be spotted across the garden and, more importantly, the garden center, with bloom perfectly timed for prime shopping season. NCSU’s Dr. Jim Ballington developed Sweet Reward Coral azalea.

USDA Zone
5 - 8 (-20°F/-28.9°C)
Exposure
Full sun, Part sun
Height
3-6'
Width
3-6'
Finish Time
1 season
Type
Deciduous
Bloom Time
Spring
Flower Color
Foliage Color
Green
Liner Sizes
2 1/4", 4", Quick Turn

Soil

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

Pruning

Rarely needed; Prune after flowering if required.

Uses

Specimen; foundation plantings; mixed borders.

Growing Tips

Mulch to protect the shallow roots in summer and winter.

Features: Fragrant, Attracts pollinators, Clay soil

Filters: Botanical genus: Rhododendron, Common name: Azalea, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, Exposure: Full sun, Exposure: Part sun, Bloom time: Spring, Green foliage

Features: Fragrant, Attracts pollinators, Clay soil

Filters: Botanical genus: Rhododendron, Common name: Azalea, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, Exposure: Full sun, Exposure: Part sun, Bloom time: Spring, Green foliage