Elsie Lee is a stunning, cold-hardy deciduous azalea prized for its abundant spring blooms of soft lavender-pink flowers with a subtle orange flare. This dependable variety delivers a vibrant burst of color just as landscapes come back to life, making it a standout in foundation plantings, woodland gardens, and mixed shrub borders. Its compact, rounded habit and fine-textured foliage provide season-long interest, while its ability to thrive in partial shade makes it a versatile choice for both residential and commercial landscapes. Low-maintenance and highly adaptable, Elsie Lee Azalea is an excellent option for adding early-season color and curb appeal.
More About Azalea 'Elsie Lee'
- Showy flowers in spring.
- Deciduous shrub
- Compact and maintenance free.
- Soft color for brightening up darker areas.
- Single specimen, foundation or short border hedge, woodland
Azalea Growing and Maintenance Tips
Planting: Azaleas prefer partial shade or dappled sun with well-drained, acidic soil. Avoid planting in hot, dry locations with direct afternoon sun or reflected sunlight.
Watering: Avoid over or under watering
Fertilizing: In the spring after the last frost, fertilize with a well-balanced, slow-release fertilizer for acid loving plants.
Pruning: After the flowers finish blooming in Spring, you can remove the dead flowers and seed heads and trim the plant. This will encourage new growth helping with the rebloom cycle in the Summer. Avoid trimming after July 1 because it will remove flower buds that would bloom the following season. Trimming anywhere along the stem can encourage new growth.
Height: 4-5 Feet
Spread: 4-5 Feet
Hardiness Zone: 5-9
Azalea 'Conversation Piece' Characteristics
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Exposure: Full Sun, Partial Sun
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Soil Moisture: Average Water
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Attributes: Low Maintenance, Mass Planting, Evergreen, Foundation, Border
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Habit: Mounding
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Season of Interest (Flowering): Spring to Fall
