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Rhododendron viscosum (pink form)

pink swamp azalea

Swamp azalea is likely the most fragrant of the native azaleas and despite the name, an average garden soil will do just fine. Ranging in color from white to pale pink, this species has a broad, open form, and thrives in our acidic New England soils.

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Height: 3-5 ft
Spread: 3-5 ft


Characteristics & Attributes

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


North American Distribution


pink swamp azalea - Rhododendron viscosum (pink form) from Native Plant Trust