Mildred Azalea

Light Needs

Partial Shade to Partial Sun

(3 - 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)

Mature Height

3-4 Feet

Mature Spread

3-4 Feet

Growing Zones

6 to 9

The showy flowers of the Mildred Azalea or Rhododendron 'Mildred' engulf the shrub during mid-spring. The trumpet-shaped flowers measure around two inches and are a lovely deep purple hue. The pronounced stamens and slight curl of the petals provide texture and added dimension. The flowers bloom in rounded clusters for an impressive display.

Create a truly stunning mass planting that will be a focal point come spring. Use the Mildred Azalea as a low hedge to define a space or create a border along a walkway or outdoor entertaining space. Hummingbirds and butterflies frequent the showy blooms. The dark green foliage continues to provide a stately appearance throughout the rest of the year. The Mildred Azalea grows in zones 6 through 9.

Mildred Azalea Care

Select a spot with part sun and slightly acidic, fertile, moist, and well-drained soil. Azaleas have shallow roots, so water deeply and consistently for the first year. Established plants prefer damp conditions so continue to provide water during a dry spell. Fertilize using a balanced plant food or a product intended for azaleas.

Remove dead or damaged growth at any time. Shape the shrub after the flowers fade but before new buds emerge.

Mildred Azalea Spacing

Mildred Azalea stands 3 to 4 feet tall and wide. Leave about 3 feet between shrubs to create a dense planting.