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Williams Shade Azalea

Rhododendron Williamsianum

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Overview

Rhododendron williamsianum, or Williams Shade Azalea, is a compact, broadleaf evergreen bush, prized for its distinctive, rounded leaves and bell-shaped, pink blooms. Thriving in partial shade, it reaches 3 feet in height and spread. Prefers well-drained, acidic soil. Suited for understory planting, it adds year-round interest to woodland gardens. Hardy to zone 6, it's a charming specimen for temperate landscapes requiring minimal care once established.

Sun HalfWater MediumZones 6–9Climate Temperate
Williams Shade Azalea (Rhododendron Williamsianum) — prized for its distinctive

Culture

Sun
Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
6–9

Shape & size

Mature height
1.5–5 Ft.
Mature width
2–5 Ft.

Classification

Family
Ericaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Williams Shade Azalea (Rhododendron Williamsianum) — broadleaf evergreen / shrub with pink blooms
Williams Shade Azalea (Rhododendron Williamsianum) — pink flowers in the garden
Williams Shade Azalea (Rhododendron Williamsianum) — woodland-themed garden or as a focal point in a mixed shrub border
Williams Shade Azalea (Rhododendron Williamsianum) — prized for its distinctive; prefers well-drained, acidic soil
Williams Shade Azalea (Rhododendron Williamsianum) — rounded leaves and bell-shaped; small leaves which exhibit a rich green hue
Williams Shade Azalea (Rhododendron Williamsianum) — Prefers well-drained, acidic soil; pink flowers in the garden
Williams Shade Azalea (Rhododendron Williamsianum) — Thriving in partial shade, it reaches 3 feet in height and spread; rhododendron williamsianum requires
Williams Shade Azalea (Rhododendron Williamsianum) — Suited for understory planting, it adds year-round interest to woodland gardens, image 32
Williams Shade Azalea (Rhododendron Williamsianum) — Hardy to zone 6, it's a charming specimen for temperate landscapes requiring minimal care once
Williams Shade Azalea (Rhododendron Williamsianum) — is a captivating specimen revered for its unique foliage and enchanting floral display; acidic soil with a
Williams Shade Azalea (Rhododendron Williamsianum) — this rhododendron species is well-suited for temperate gardens; hardy to zone 6, it's a charming specimen
Williams Shade Azalea (Rhododendron Williamsianum) — Native to Sichuan and Yunnan provinces in China; broadleaf evergreen / shrub with pink blooms
Williams Shade Azalea (Rhododendron Williamsianum) — transitioning to a bronze tone in fall.<br><br>In late spring to early summer; broadleaf evergreen / shrub
Williams Shade Azalea (Rhododendron Williamsianum) — small leaves which exhibit a rich green hue; it flourishes in partial shade
Williams Shade Azalea (Rhododendron Williamsianum) — Perhaps most notable are its almost circular; you'll witness a profusion of bell-shaped flowers

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