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Rhododendron periclymenoides

pinxterbloom azalea (Rhododendron nudiflorum)

Pinxterbloom azalea is delightful, small-statured azalea native to southern New England which inhabits moist acidic woods and streamsides, though it will tolerage a range of well-drained soils. When given consistent moist, organically rich soils, it will form a broad patch, spreading its delicate fragrance.

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Height: 3-8 ft
Spread: 3-5 ft
Hardiness Zone: 4-8


Bloom Color: Pink

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Species
Exposure
• Sun
• Part Shade
Soil Moisture
• Average
Ecoregion
• (83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
• (58) Northeastern Highlands
• (84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
• (59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
Ornamental Interest
• Spring Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
• Attracts Bees
• Host Plant
Additional Attributes
• Fragrant
Landscape Use
• Massing
• Specimen


North American Distribution


pinxterbloom azalea - Rhododendron periclymenoides from Native Plant Trust
pinxterbloom azalea - Rhododendron periclymenoides from Native Plant Trust