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Dr. Jim Ballington

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SWEET REWARD™ Coral

Azalea

Rhododendron x

'NCB195'

PPAF

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Bright coral Sweet Reward Coral azalea flowers with an orange center Several coral Sweet Reward Coral azalea flowers with a splash of bright orange in a landscape. Sweet Reward Coral azalea with coral flowers and green foliage in a landscape. A bright coral Sweet Reward Coral azalea flower with orange in the middle and green glossy foliage.
  • Colorful flowers
  • Fragrant
  • Native
Description

Sweet Reward azaleas are far from your typical selection: not only are they hardy, but these native azaleas light 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 from North American native species. 

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: New, Fragrant, Attracts pollinators, Clay soil, Native

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

Features: New, Fragrant, Attracts pollinators, Clay soil, Native

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