Non-native plants this species can replace:
- Hall's honeysuckle, Gold-and-silver honeysuckle (Lonicera japonica)
- Japanese spiraea (Spiraea japonica)
- Japanese wisteria (Wisteria floribunda)
- Chinese wisteria (Wisteria sinensis)
Common Name
Pinxter azalea
Pinxterbloom
Pinxter flower
Plant Form
Shrubs & Small Trees
Duration
Perennial
Max Height (ft)
10.0
Width (ft)
4.0 -
5.0
Growth Rate
Slow
Region
Coastal
Piedmont
Mountain
Commercially Available
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Habitat
Mesic to dry, acidic forests, seepage swamp hummocks, and stream banks. Common throughout Virginia
Wildlife value
This plant provides nectar for pollinators. Hummingbirds and swallowtail butterflies are attracted to the blooms.
Poisonous to Humans:
Poison Severity:
Low
Poison Symptoms:
While the plants are known to contain toxins, ingestion of moderate amounts of azalea (nectar or leaves) poses little toxic hazard
Causes Contact Dermatitis:
No
Poison Part:
Bark, Flowers, Fruits, Leaves, Roots, Seeds, Stems
Also a Problem For:
Dogs and Horses
Flower Color
Cream/White
Pink
Purple/lavender
Flower Prominence
Conspicuous
Fragrant
Yes
Bloom Time
Spring
Bloom Month
April
May
Fall Color
Gold/Yellow
Light Requirements
Full sun
Partial sun
Moisture Requirements
Moist
Soil Texture
Clay
High organic matter
Loamy
Sandy
Low Maintenance
Yes
Pollinators
Bees
Butterfiles
Hummingbirds