Bow Bells Shade Azalea

Rhododendron 'Bow Bells'

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Overview

The Rhododendron 'Bow Bells' is a deciduous azalea featuring delicate pale pink blooms. Flowering in spring, it reaches up to 4 feet in height and 4 feet in width. Prefers partial shade and well-drained, acidic soil. Cold hardy to USDA Zone 5. Offers a moderate growth rate and benefits from occasional pruning. Ideal for borders or as a standout specimen in garden designs that aim for a splash of soft color.

Sun HalfWater MediumZones 7–9Climate Temperate

Bow Bells Shade Azalea (Rhododendron 'Bow Bells') — The Rhododendron 'Bow Bells' is a deciduous azalea featuring delicate pale pink blooms

Bow Bells Shade Azalea (Rhododendron 'Bow Bells') — Flowering in spring, it reaches up to 4 feet in height and 4 feet in width

Bow Bells Shade Azalea (Rhododendron 'Bow Bells') — Prefers partial shade and well-drained, acidic soil

Bow Bells Shade Azalea (Rhododendron 'Bow Bells') — Cold hardy to USDA Zone 5

Bow Bells Shade Azalea (Rhododendron 'Bow Bells') — Offers a moderate growth rate and benefits from occasional pruning

Culture

Sun: Half
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 7–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Ericaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Bow Bells Shade Azalea (Rhododendron 'Bow Bells') — The Rhododendron 'Bow Bells' is a deciduous azalea featuring delicate pale pink blooms

Bow Bells Shade Azalea (Rhododendron 'Bow Bells') — Flowering in spring, it reaches up to 4 feet in height and 4 feet in width

Bow Bells Shade Azalea (Rhododendron 'Bow Bells') — Prefers partial shade and well-drained, acidic soil

Bow Bells Shade Azalea (Rhododendron 'Bow Bells') — Cold hardy to USDA Zone 5

Bow Bells Shade Azalea (Rhododendron 'Bow Bells') — Offers a moderate growth rate and benefits from occasional pruning

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