George L Taber Azalea

George L Taber Azalea

3 Gallon / Bush
$49.90
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George L Taber Azalea

Azalea 'George L. Taber'

A vigorous, heat-tolerant evergreen azalea for massive displays of soft pink, spotted spring flowers.

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George L Taber Azalea is a legendary, large-growing Southern Indica hybrid known for its incredible vigor, heat tolerance, and spectacular floral display. It produces enormous clusters of large, single, soft pink flowers lavishly spotted with a deeper rose-pink. Fast-growing and robust, it can quickly become a large, rounded specimen or an impressive flowering hedge. It is considered one of the best all-around azaleas for the Deep South and warm climates.

  • Prolific Large Pink Blooms: Bears massive trusses of soft pink, orchid-like flowers with darker pink spotting and a green flare.

  • Extremely Vigorous & Large: A very fast grower that can reach 6-8 feet tall and wide, forming a dense, rounded giant.

  • Exceptional Heat Tolerance: One of the most heat-adapted azaleas, thriving in the humidity and warmth of Zone 9a.

  • Can Be Used as a Screen: Its size and density make it excellent for a tall, informal flowering privacy screen.

  • Historic & Proven: A time-tested, reliable performer that has been a garden favorite for nearly a century.

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  • Mature height: 6–8 ft
  • Mature spread: 4–6 ft

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  • Features:Oval, leathery leaves with glossy green surface. Large, single-form, funnel-shaped raspberry-pink flowers with dark speckles blanketing the shrub in prolific spring bloom. Semi-evergreen shrub with an upright, columnar habit.
  • Light Needs: Full shade to morning sun only
  • Soil Requirement: Requires acidic soil (pH 4.5–5.5)
  • Growth & Hardiness:Moderate growth rate. Drought-tolerant once established. Apply ericaceous fertilizer in early spring.
  • Landscape Uses:Ideal for narrow shaded borders, woodland openings, foundation accents, and spacious containers. Excellent as a vertical accent in low-light gardens.

Faqs

Q: How do I manage its large size?
A: Plant it with ample space to grow. If pruning is necessary to control size, do so immediately after flowering. It can be kept smaller with diligent pruning, but its natural form is grand.

Q: Is it sun-tolerant?
A: For an azalea, yes. It thrives in partial shade but can tolerate more morning sun than many other varieties due to its Southern Indica heritage. Afternoon shade is still recommended.

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