{"product_id":"azalea-tradition","title":"Azalea 'Tradition'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAzalea 'Tradition'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a deciduous azalea cultivar known for its showy deep pink to rose colored blooms that appear in mid to late spring. Its upright mounded form and vivid floral display make it clear favorite for woodland edges and shaded borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 - 6 ft x 3 - 5 ft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid to late spring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Part shade; tolerates filtered sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acidic, moist, well drained soil rich in organic matter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; requires consistent moisture, especially in dry periods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderately deer resistant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNative Status\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cultivar is derived from hybrid deciduous azaleas native to the eastern United States. While not a wild species, it retains many ecological characteristics of its native parents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWILDLIFE \u0026amp; INSECTS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eButterflies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts spring flying butterflies such as Eastern Tiger Swallowtail and Falcate Orangetip with its colorful blooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisited by bumblebees and native solitary bees that seek nectar from its funnel shaped flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpacing \u0026amp; Landscape Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing Recommendations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace 3 - 5 ft apart to allow for mature size and air circulation between plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for woodland gardens, shaded foundations, or naturalistic borders. Pairs well with other acid loving understory shrubs and perennials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRhododendron periclymenoides (Pinxterbloom Azalea)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds native presence and extended spring bloom in part shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHydrangea quercifolia (Oakleaf Hydrangea)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provides summer bloom and structural foliage in acid soils.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarex pensylvanica (Pennsylvania Sedge)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Supplies a naturalistic ground layer beneath azaleas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFothergilla major\u003c\/strong\u003e - Offers fragrant white bottlebrush flowers and outstanding fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHosta 'June'\u003c\/strong\u003e - Brightens shady bases with soft variegated leaves and late summer flowers.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"3 Gallon","offer_id":45922289647777,"sku":"AZALEA TRADITION","price":34.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7 Gallon","offer_id":45922289680545,"sku":"AZALEA TRADITION","price":44.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/products\/azaltrad.jpg?v=1610978631","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/azalea-tradition","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}