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Mezitt Family
Weston Nurseries, Hopkinton, MA, USA

‘Weston’s Millenium’

Azalea

Rhododendron

'Weston's Millenium'

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Close up of rich pink Weston's Millenium azalea flowers
  • Native
  • Fragrant
  • Summer blooming
Description

This upright, deciduous azalea produces dusty red flowers in early summer, and holds up well even in 90°F heat. The blue-green leaves have striking silvery undersides.

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

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

Prefers fertile, well-drained, acidic soils. Fertilize in spring. Prune after flowering.

Features: Attracts pollinators, Disease resistant, Fragrant, Native

Filters: Botanical genus: Rhododendron, Common name: Azalea, 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: Summer, Red flowers, Green foliage

Features: Attracts pollinators, Disease resistant, Fragrant, Native

Filters: Botanical genus: Rhododendron, Common name: Azalea, 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: Summer, Red flowers, Green foliage