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Mrs. G. G. Gerbing Azalea Details

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Hi ... several weeks ago I bought a Sweet Tea Olive and a Frost Proof Gardenia from you. I potted them up and they are doing well. The Sweet Tea Olive has blooms. Thank you so much!" ― Patricia W.

Bought 2 tea olive shrubs from him. They were and still are so healthy! He provided written directions on care and planting. That was so helpful since I'm a novice. I'll be back! ― Gayle T.

Wonderful sale, plant very healthy & is still happy, very knowledgeable & communication was great, would definitely buy from again. ― Robin F.

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― Mrs. G. G. Gerbing Azalea

(Rhododendron indicum)
Sun to Part Shade

Large pure white 3" wide showy blooms covers the entire plant on this broad leaved evergreen shrub in early spring and re-blooms in the fall for long lasting flowers. This low maintenance shrub attracts butterflies and bees. Excellent foundation, flowering, or privacy hedge with upright, rounded shape. See Specifications below. Shop the Mrs. G. G. Gerbing Azalea for sale. Buy direct from a small family owned South Carolina grower.

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Specifications

Item	Description
Special Features	Massive showy bright flowers, attracts butterflies and bees, re-blooms in Fall, long lasting flowers, and low maintenance.
Category	Evergreen shrub
Hardiness Zones	7-9 See Hardiness Zone Map below.
Growth Rate	Moderate
Sun	Part Sun – Part Shade.
Height	6-8Ft.
Width	4-6Ft.
Planting-General	Dig hole 2 to 3 times wide and 2 to 3 times deep as the root ball. Likes well drained rich organic soil that is slightly acidic. They have shallow roots, and should be well mulched to prevent soil from drying out or getting too hot. Mulch about 2 to 5 inches deep at all times.
Planting-Spacing	Plant 2 to 5 feet apart depending on their mature size. Since it can grow up to 6 to 8 feet high, leave at least 4 to 6 feet between each plant, center to center.
Watering	Regular watering schedule during first growing season to establish deep roots. If planted in Fall, or Winter, water once every week or two. Planted in growing season, water every day or two for 3 or 4 months. If hot dray spell, water everyday for the first 3 to 4 months. Can add Root Stimulation which helps early root development and strengths roots, as well as, reduces plant shock.
Fertilizing	Feed with acid fertilizer after bloom and keep roots cool with thick layer of mulch to retain moisture during heat of Summer and colder months of Winter.
Pruning	No need to prune, but to maintain shape or size, pure right after flowering. Always use clean shears to avoid possibly spreading diseases.
Deer	Deer do favor their taste. If in a high deer area, spray every 3 to 6 months with deer repellent.
Flowers	Plentiful white 3" flowers cover the entire plant among its green broadly shaped leaves.

USDA Hardiness Zone Map

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