Azalea Weston's Sparkler

Azalea, Rhododendron

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Spicy Fragrance
Light up the garden with this beauty! Deep rose red buds burst open to dazzling dark pink ruffled flowers. The immense appeal of this award winner is enhanced by its spicy fragrance and burgundy red fall foliage. Azaleas are flowering shrubs in the genus Rhododendron. A summer bloomer, Weston's Sparkler is a superb backdrop to a perennial bed, a foundation plant or even planted en masse for a garden screen. Filtered sunlight is ideal, but morning full sun is okay. Developed by Weston Nurseries in Massachusetts.

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Spicy Fragrance
Light up the garden with this beauty! Deep rose red buds burst open to dazzling dark pink ruffled flowers. The immense appeal of this award winner is enhanced by its spicy fragrance and burgundy red fall foliage. Azaleas are flowering shrubs in the genus Rhododendron. A summer bloomer, Weston's Sparkler is a superb backdrop to a perennial bed, a foundation plant or even planted en masse for a garden screen. Filtered sunlight is ideal, but morning full sun is okay. Developed by Weston Nurseries in Massachusetts.

Code AZSP

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Plant Type Shrubs

Species

Height Tall 5-6'

Spacing Plant 5-6' apart

Bloom Time Early Summer to Mid-Summer

Sun / Shade Full Sun to Half Sun / Half Shade

Zones 4-8

Soil Type Normal, Acidic

Water Needs Low

Sold In Plantable Pots (3.5x3.5x4")

Special Features

  • Attracts Butterflies
  • Fragrant
  • Attracts Hummingbirds
  • Good for Hedge

Azalea General Information

Bright flowers cover this deciduous shrub for a glorious Spring show. In warmer climates or unusually warm winters, deciduous Azaleas may retain some of their leaves through winter. A new set of leaves will emerge in spring. Idaho has restricted all potted plant material from being shipped into Idaho at this time.

Azalea Plant Care

Good drainage is important since they dislike wet feet. Blooms on old wood, so prune to shape immediately after flowering to encourage bushier growth or cut branches to help renew overgrown plants. Fertilize in early spring. Mulch with pine needles to help keep the soil moist, and maintain or add acidity to the soil. Azalea have shallow roots; therefore, mulching will help keep weeds to a minimum without disturbing the root system.

Plantable Pots

Our plants are grown in 3.5x3.5x4” plantable pots. Made from 100% biodegradable coconut husk fibers (coir), these pots have tremendous advantages over plastic pots. With better air exchange, this "breathable" pot fosters robust root growth and reduces transplant shock since you can plant the pots directly in the ground. The pot naturally becomes part of the soil on its own over time—no composting required—and since they're made from a renewable resource that requires very little energy, they're earth-friendly too!

100% Guarantee

We offer a 100% guarantee for all our perennials to reach you in good condition and to grow. If you're not satisfied, we'll reship or refund immediately. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have questions or concerns—we share your passion for gardening and want your new plants to thrive in your border!

Shipping Details

We use custom, earth-friendly packaging to make sure your order arrives in great condition, and we ship based on the best planting time for your growing zone (see the approximate dates below), unless otherwise indicated at checkout. If you wish, you can indicate a specific ship date during checkout.

Spring

  • Zone 3, 4: Early to Mid May
  • Zone 5: Late April to Early May
  • Zone 6: Mid to Late April
  • Zone 7: Early to Mid April
  • Zone 8, 9, 10: Early April

Fall

  • Zone 2, 3, 4: Early September
  • Zone 5: Early to Mid September
  • Zone 6: Mid September
  • Zone 7: Mid to Late September
  • Zone 8, 9, 10: Late September to Early October

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