Karen Azalea

Azalea X 'Karen'

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Overview

The Karen Azalea (Azalea x 'Karen') is a vibrant deciduous shrub renowned for its profuse spring blossoms. Deep purple flowers with a magenta undertone and a delicate white blaze emerge in April-May. With a mature size of 2-4 feet tall and 3-5 feet wide, this hardy Azalea thrives in well-drained, acidic soil. It prefers partial to full sun, and its compact growth makes it ideal for small gardens or mass plantings in zones 4-8.

Sun Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 4–9Climate Temperate

Karen Azalea (Azalea X 'Karen') — The Karen Azalea (Azalea x 'Karen') is a vibrant deciduous shrub renowned for its profuse spring blossoms

Karen Azalea (Azalea X 'Karen') — Deep purple flowers with a magenta undertone and a delicate white blaze emerge in April-May

Karen Azalea (Azalea X 'Karen') — With a mature size of 2-4 feet tall and 3-5 feet wide, this hardy Azalea thrives in well-drained, acidic soil

Culture

Sun: Half, Shade
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 4–9

Shape & size

Mature height: 2–4 Ft.
Mature width: 3–5 Ft.

Classification

Family: Ericaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Karen Azalea (Azalea X 'Karen') — The Karen Azalea (Azalea x 'Karen') is a vibrant deciduous shrub renowned for its profuse spring blossoms

Karen Azalea (Azalea X 'Karen') — Deep purple flowers with a magenta undertone and a delicate white blaze emerge in April-May

Karen Azalea (Azalea X 'Karen') — With a mature size of 2-4 feet tall and 3-5 feet wide, this hardy Azalea thrives in well-drained, acidic soil

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