The late spring flowers are double and a silvery, rose pink. A compact, dense, and low growing plant. Protect from afternoon sun, and wind. Ask about care instructions for acid loving plants. Botanical Name- Azalea x ‘Rosebud’ Pronunciation- uh-ZAY-lee-uh ex Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 4 ft Mature Height- 4 ft Sun Exposure- Part sun Soil Preferences- Requires a moist, well-drained, acidic, peat moss enriched soil Current Size- 3 Bloom Color- Pink Bloom Time- Spring Companion Plants- Cavatine Japanese Pieris – both acid-loving, white flowers offset pink buds Fauna Attracted- Bees (bumble, honey), hummingbirds, some butterflies Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – C12 Yearly Care Instructions- Prune immediately after flowering; use acidic fertilizer in spring and keep soil evenly moist. Trimming Instructions- Prune after flowering to shape and remove weak growth. Fertilization Instructions- Apply an acidic fertilizer (e.g., 4-6-4) in early spring; moderate feeding need. Amend clay soil with peat moss or pine bark to maintain acidity and improve drainage. Fertilizer Recommendation- Holly-tone Possible Issues- Lace bugs, root rot, powdery mildew
