{"product_id":"silver-sword","title":"Silver Sword","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"pageSummary\" class=\"layoutA\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSilver Sword \u003c\/strong\u003eis a unique evergreen azalea prized for its striking variegated foliage—deep green leaves edged in creamy white—bringing season-long interest even when not in bloom. In spring, soft pink flowers add an extra layer of color against the dramatic foliage. Growing about 3–4 feet tall and wide, it thrives in partial shade with well-drained, acidic soil, making it a standout choice for foundation plantings, borders, or accent beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMore About Azalea 'Silver Sword'\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShowy flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact and maintenance free.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft color for brightening up darker areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle specimen, foundation or short border hedge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAzalea Growing and Maintenance Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePlanting\u003c\/span\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAzaleas prefer partial shade or dappled sun with well-drained, acidic soil. Avoid planting in hot, dry locations with direct afternoon sun or reflected sunlight.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/span\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003eAvoid over or under watering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eFertilizing\u003c\/span\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIn the spring after the last frost, fertilize with a well-balanced, slow-release fertilizer for acid loving plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/span\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAfter the flowers finish blooming, you can remove the dead flowers and seed heads and trim the plant.  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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: 3-4 Feet\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpread\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: 3-4 Feet\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: 5-8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAzalea 'Silver Sword' Characteristics\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExposure\u003c\/span\u003e: Full Sun, Partial Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"attribute\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSoil Moisture\u003c\/span\u003e: Average Water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"attribute\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAttributes\u003c\/span\u003e: \u003cspan\u003eLow Maintenance, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMass Planting, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvergreen\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"attribute\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHabit\u003c\/span\u003e: \u003cspan\u003eMounding, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUpright\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"attribute\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSeason of Interest (Flowering)\u003c\/span\u003e: Spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hunterdon Tree \u0026 Shrub","offers":[{"title":"2 Gallon","offer_id":48828312322288,"sku":"Silver Sword-1","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Gallon","offer_id":48828312355056,"sku":"Silver Sword-2","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0746\/5680\/9200\/files\/1373575288.jpg?v=1771014599","url":"https:\/\/hunterdontree.com\/products\/silver-sword","provider":"Hunterdon Tree \u0026 Shrub","version":"1.0","type":"link"}