(Evergreen Azalea, Robin Hill Azalea)

Robin Hill hybrid azaleas are a large group of evergreen shrubs that were hybridized in New Jersey by chemist and rhododendron enthusiast, Robert Gartrell. They are complex hybrids which combine the attributes of small-flowered hardy azaleas with those of the more tender large-flowered types. Generally, they are compact, spreading or mounding, have an extended blooming season and bear large flowers on small plants.

This large group of azaleas is quite cold tolerant. Their leaves are generally...

(Deciduous Azalea)

Generous clusters of immense rich butter-yellow flowers adorn this Knap Hill Hybrid azalea in late spring, before the foliage has fully emerged. The broadly funnel-shaped blooms bear an orange blotch. This large broad-spreading shrub has elliptical leaves that are copper-tinged when young. They turn burgundy and bronze shades in fall.

Developed in the late nineteenth and early twentienth centuries at the famed Knap Hill Nursery in England, Knap Hill Hybrids are deciduous azaleas whose ancestry...

(Evergreen Azalea, Girard Azalea, Girard Crimson Azalea)

Azalea ‘Girard’s Crimson’ bears large flowers that are rosy-red with a darker spotted blotch in late spring. The abundant single funnel-shaped flowers cluster near the ends of the branches. Their small oval glossy green leaves develop red hues in fall. The plants are dwarf and spreading.

Renowned for their cold hardiness, these compact evergreen azaleas were bred at the Ohio-based Girard Nursery. They are also noted for large blooms on compact disease-resistant plants.

Azaleas prefer...

(Evergreen Azalea, Girard Azalea, Girard Fuchsia Azalea)

Azalea ‘Girard’s Fuchsia’ bears large flowers that are purple-red with a darker spotted blotch in mid-spring. The abundant single funnel-shaped flowers cluster near the ends of the branches. The leaves are small, oval and glossy green. The plants are compact, moderately sized and spreading.

Renowned for their cold hardiness, these compact evergreen azaleas were bred at the Ohio-based Girard Nursery. They are also noted for large blooms on compact disease-resistant plants.

Azaleas prefer...

(Evergreen Azalea, Girard Azalea, Girard Hot Shot Azalea)

Azalea ‘Girard’s Hot Shot’ bears large flowers that are fiery orange-red with a darker spotted blotch in mid-spring. The abundant single funnel-shaped flowers cluster near the ends of the branches. The leaves are small, oval, glossy medium green and take on orange-red tones in fall and winter. The plants are compact and spreading.

Renowned for their cold hardiness, these compact evergreen azaleas were bred at the Ohio-based Girard Nursery. They are also noted for large blooms on compact disease-resistant...

(Evergreen Azalea)

Showy clusters of large magenta-pink flowers adorn the branches of this evergreen hybrid azalea in spring. The broadly funnel shaped blooms bear an orange blotch on the upper petal. This cultivar slowly forms a compact rounded plant clad in small oval mid-green leaves.

Azaleas prefer sites with partial shade and highly organic acid soil that is evenly moist but well-drained. Plant them shallowly and mulch well to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. They favor warm summers and cool winters...

(Evergreen Azalea, Girard Azalea, Girard Pleasant White Azalea)

Azalea ‘Girard’s Pleasant White’ bears large flowers that are white with creamy centers in late spring. The abundant single funnel-shaped flowers cluster near the ends of the branches. The leaves are small, oval, glossy and dark green. The dwarf plants are well-branched and spreading.

Renowned for their cold hardiness, these compact evergreen azaleas were bred at the Ohio-based Girard Nursery. They are also noted for large blooms on compact disease-resistant plants.

Azaleas prefer sites...

(Evergreen Azalea)

Showy clusters of large crimson-red flowers adorn the branches of this evergreen hybrid azalea in spring. The broadly funnel shaped blooms have slightly ruffled petals. This cultivar slowly forms a compact rounded plant clad in small oval glossy green leaves that go burgundy in fall.

Azaleas prefer sites with partial shade and highly organic acid soil that is evenly moist but well-drained. Plant them shallowly and mulch well to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. They prefer warm summers...

(Evergreen Azalea, Girard Azalea, Girard Renee Michelle Azalea)

Azalea ‘Girard’s Renee Michelle’ bears large flowers that are pink with a darker spotted blotch in late spring and early summer. The abundant single funnel-shaped flowers cluster near the ends of the branches. The leaves are small, oval, glossy and dark green. The compact plants are well-branched and spreading.

Renowned for their cold hardiness, these compact evergreen azaleas were bred at the Ohio-based Girard Nursery. They are also noted for large blooms on compact disease-resistant plants.

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(Evergreen Azalea, Girard Azalea, Girard Roberta Azlaea)

Azalea ‘Girard’s Roberta’ bears large flowers that are deep pink with a darker rose spotted blotch in mid-spring. The abundant double funnel-shaped flowers cluster near the ends of the branches. The leaves are small, oval, glossy and dark green. The compact plants are well-branched and spreading.

Renowned for their cold hardiness, these compact evergreen azaleas were bred at the Ohio-based Girard Nursery. They are also noted for large blooms on compact disease-resistant plants.

Azaleas...