Gumpo White azalea

The right plant, the right place

Make room for something good.

Its compact, evergreen growth suits the front of an acidic-soil planting. Late-spring flowers add interest above the low foliage.

Where to plant

Choose partial shade and allow about 2 to 3 feet for the shrub to spread. Leave space for a plant that may grow taller than two feet.

Through the seasons

Ruffled white flowers, sometimes flecked pink, appear in late spring. The foliage remains evergreen.

Southwest Washington gardens

Give it a good start.

A Puget Sound growing account records this cultivar's low habit and late flowering. In Southwest Washington, check that the planting site drains well through wet weather.

Soil, drainage & water

Plant in moist, well-drained acidic soil. Keep the root area moist during dry periods, and avoid standing water.

A little care goes a long way

Growing well, season after season.

Water during dry spells to maintain moist soil, especially while the shrub establishes. Check leaf undersides in spring for lace bugs.

Know what to look for

Common growing concerns.

Symptoms can have more than one cause. These notes are a starting point for observing your plant and improving its growing conditions.