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Azalea indica 'Alaska' (Rutherfordiana Hybrid) - 1 Gallon
SKU:
1055851
UPC:
014949044018
$12.99
- Showy snow‑white blooms with a striking chartreuse throat blotch
- Evergreen shrub with lush bright‑green foliage and a rounded habit
- Ideal for borders, hedges, privacy screens, and containers
- Thrives in partial sun with moist, acidic, well‑drained soil
Alaska Azalea (Azalea indica ‘Alaska’) is an elegant evergreen shrub prized for its profuse snow‑white blooms accented by a distinctive chartreuse blotch. With a moderate growth rate and a naturally rounded habit, it matures between 3–5 feet tall and 4–6 feet wide, making it equally suited for hedging, foundation planting, or container use. Its bright green foliage provides year‑round appeal, while its late‑winter to early‑spring bloom period adds a welcome burst of purity and contrast to the garden. Best grown in humus‑rich, acidic, well‑drained soils, this azalea thrives with regular moisture, protection from harsh afternoon sun, and a layer of mulch to keep roots cool.
Plant Overview
Evergreen flowering shrub featuring snow‑white blooms with chartreuse throats and lush green foliage on a rounded form. Moderate growing; matures 3–5 ft. tall and 4–6 ft. wide.
Light Requirements
Prefers filtered sun to partial sun. Provide protection from harsh direct afternoon light, especially in warm climates.
Watering & Moisture
Keep soil moist but never soggy. Water deeply and regularly during establishment. Maintain even moisture thereafter.
Size & Growth Habit
Moderate growth rate, forming a rounded habit. Typically reaches 3–5 ft. tall and 4–6 ft. wide.
Hardiness & Zones
Best grown in USDA Zones 9–11. Evergreen in warm climates but may be too tender for cooler regions.
Bloom & Seasonal Interest
Blooms in late winter to early spring with large, showy white flowers featuring a chartreuse blotch. Evergreen foliage offers year‑round structure and color.
Landscape Uses
- Evergreen screening and privacy planting
- Foundation planting or border accent
- Container gardens for patios and entryways
- Asian‑inspired gardens and shaded understory plantings
Soil & Planting
Thrives in humus‑rich, acidic, moist, well‑drained soils. Keep roots cool with mulch. Shelter from harsh sun and plant in semi‑shaded, moisture‑retentive soil.
Care & Maintenance
- Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season
- Maintain evenly moist soil once established
- Feed with an acid fertilizer after blooming
- Mulch to protect roots and retain moisture
Flower & Foliage Characteristics
Flowers are snow‑white with a chartreuse blotch in the throat. Foliage is bright green and evergreen, adding visual appeal throughout the year.
Companion Plants
Complements Hydrangea, Rhododendron, Bleeding Heart, Camellia, Clethra, and Japanese Maple for balanced, layered planting compositions.
- Showy snow‑white blooms with a striking chartreuse throat blotch
- Evergreen shrub with lush bright‑green foliage and a rounded habit
- Ideal for borders, hedges, privacy screens, and containers
- Thrives in partial sun with moist, acidic, well‑drained soil
Alaska Azalea (Azalea indica ‘Alaska’) is an elegant evergreen shrub prized for its profuse snow‑white blooms accented by a distinctive chartreuse blotch. With a moderate growth rate and a naturally rounded habit, it matures between 3–5 feet tall and 4–6 feet wide, making it equally suited for hedging, foundation planting, or container use. Its bright green foliage provides year‑round appeal, while its late‑winter to early‑spring bloom period adds a welcome burst of purity and contrast to the garden. Best grown in humus‑rich, acidic, well‑drained soils, this azalea thrives with regular moisture, protection from harsh afternoon sun, and a layer of mulch to keep roots cool.
Plant Overview
Evergreen flowering shrub featuring snow‑white blooms with chartreuse throats and lush green foliage on a rounded form. Moderate growing; matures 3–5 ft. tall and 4–6 ft. wide.
Light Requirements
Prefers filtered sun to partial sun. Provide protection from harsh direct afternoon light, especially in warm climates.
Watering & Moisture
Keep soil moist but never soggy. Water deeply and regularly during establishment. Maintain even moisture thereafter.
Size & Growth Habit
Moderate growth rate, forming a rounded habit. Typically reaches 3–5 ft. tall and 4–6 ft. wide.
Hardiness & Zones
Best grown in USDA Zones 9–11. Evergreen in warm climates but may be too tender for cooler regions.
Bloom & Seasonal Interest
Blooms in late winter to early spring with large, showy white flowers featuring a chartreuse blotch. Evergreen foliage offers year‑round structure and color.
Landscape Uses
- Evergreen screening and privacy planting
- Foundation planting or border accent
- Container gardens for patios and entryways
- Asian‑inspired gardens and shaded understory plantings
Soil & Planting
Thrives in humus‑rich, acidic, moist, well‑drained soils. Keep roots cool with mulch. Shelter from harsh sun and plant in semi‑shaded, moisture‑retentive soil.
Care & Maintenance
- Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season
- Maintain evenly moist soil once established
- Feed with an acid fertilizer after blooming
- Mulch to protect roots and retain moisture
Flower & Foliage Characteristics
Flowers are snow‑white with a chartreuse blotch in the throat. Foliage is bright green and evergreen, adding visual appeal throughout the year.
Companion Plants
Complements Hydrangea, Rhododendron, Bleeding Heart, Camellia, Clethra, and Japanese Maple for balanced, layered planting compositions.
