Rhododendron occidentale

Western Azalea

Large, spreading and deciduous, this shrub features small, oval, glossy green leaves that transition to yellow and red in the fall. Big pink buds open in May to big, beautiful white to light pink, gold blotched flowers in round trusses. Perfect for wooded borders and for songbird cover and nesting.

Benefits

	Larval or nectar host for Hoary Comma butterfly
	Big bloom trusses with outstanding color
	Tolerates shade and moist soils well
	Fragrant flowers fill the landscape with scent
	Perfect nesting spot for many native songbirds
	Great for sprawling border areas

Height 5-12 Feet

Spread 8-10 Feet

"This plant's sweet flower scent and abundant nectar are irresistible!"

Characteristics & Attributes

Plan Sub Group • Medium to Tall Shrubs	Exposure • Filtered Shade • Morning Sun / Afternoon Shade • Shade	Soil • Well-drained • Wide soil tolerance	Soil Moisture Preference • Moist • Moist but well-drained • Wet
Attracts Wildlife • Butterflies • Songbirds	Bloom Time • Late Spring / Early Summer	Habitat Collection • Butterfly • Dry Shade • Songbird • Wet Sun	Foliage Color • Green • Red • Yellow
Uses • Accent • Border • Fragrant • Hedge, screen • Mass plant	Native to • California • Oregon

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