.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Coastal Azalea, Dwarf Azalea Azalea atlanticum Description A compact evergreen shrub featuring vibrant pink flowers in spring and summer. Its dense foliage creates a lush, low-maintenance addition to garden beds and borders. Suggested Uses Ideal for coastal gardens, shrub borders, foundation plantings, and container gardening, adding color and texture to landscape designs. Plant Details Botanical Name: Coastal Azalea, Dwarf Azalea Azalea atlanticum Common Name: Coastal Azalea, Dwarf Azalea Size & Growth: Typically grows 2-3 ft tall and wide, forming a dense bush with a rounded habit. Hardiness Zones: 7-10 Foliage Type: Evergreen Bloom Time: Spring to Summer Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: Bees and butterflies Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Non-toxic Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Various azaleas, rhododendrons, and native grasses Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained, acidic soil in a location with full sun to partial shade. Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist, avoid drought conditions. Soil Type: Acidic, loamy soil with good drainage. Humidity: Tolerates normal to high humidity environments. Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth. Winter Care: Protect from harsh winter winds; mulch to conserve moisture. Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in the nursery container. Fertilization: Use a balanced, acid-loving plant fertilizer in early spring. Special Care: Mulch around roots to maintain soil acidity and moisture.
