George Tabor Azalea - Waves of pastel orchid with a deep rose-colored throat and rose-pink specks. Grown in zones 6-9, this shrub reaches 4-6 ft tall.
George Tabor Azalea
George Tabor Azalea (Rhododendron x 'George Tabor') is a popular evergreen azalea that is known for its large, showy pink blooms. It is a hybrid of two other azalea species, Rhododendron calendulaceum and Rhododendron indicum.
George Tabor Azalea is a vigorous grower that can reach heights of 6-8 feet and spreads of 3-5 feet. It has a dense, mounded habit and glossy, dark green leaves. The flowers are large and orchid-shaped, with a pleasing variegation of pink. They bloom heavily in spring and sporadically in summer and fall.
George Tabor Azalea is a relatively low-maintenance plant. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained, acidic soil. It is drought-tolerant once established. Fertilize George Tabor Azalea once a year in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
George Tabor Azalea is a beautiful plant that can be used in a variety of ways in the landscape. It is a good choice for:
- Borders
- Foundation plantings
- Mass plantings
- Specimen plantings
- Containers
Here are some tips for growing George Tabor Azalea:
- Plant the shrub in a location that receives full sun to partial shade.
- Amend the soil with compost or other organic matter to improve drainage and acidity.
- Water the shrub regularly, especially during the first growing season.
- Fertilize the shrub once a year in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- Mulch around the shrub to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.
- Prune the shrub as needed to remove dead or diseased branches and to maintain its desired shape.
Enjoy the beauty of George Tabor Azalea in your garden for many years to come!
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
