Published on June 10, 2012 by Casey
Rhododendron viscosum
This deciduous azalea blooms in summer. The abundant white flowers have a spicy, clove-like fragrance that fills the garden. The flowers attract butterflies and hummingbirds. Plants grow into multi-stemmed shrubs that put on a show in fall with their flame red foliage.
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Benefits
- Prolific white flowers attract butterflies and hummingbirds
- Happy in poorly-drained soil and wetland areas
- Lustrous green foliage with a great fall color
- Tough, winter hardy azalea
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips
- True to its name, swamp azalea enjoys a soggy spot but can not have its roots submerged in water. It will tolerate some drought.
- Grow in full sun or partial shade in acidic soil.
- Prune after flowering for best shape.
Native Range
Wooded and open swamps, streamsides; Maine to Ohio south to southeastern Texas and Florida.
Native Trivia
This is not your typical spring flowering azalea! Azalea viscosum is a tough native plant with fragrant blooms in summer.
Characteristics & Attributes
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Plan Sub Group
• Medium to Tall Shrubs
Exposure
• Filtered Shade
• Sun
Soil Moisture Preference
• Moist
• Wet
Attracts Wildlife
• Hummingbirds
• Butterflies
Bloom Time
• Summer
Habitat Collection
• Wet Sun
• Butterfly
Native Habitat
• Riparian, wetland
Foliage Color
• Dark Green
Uses
• Fragrant
Source: abnativeplants
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