About This Plant
New for 2027, A little warmth for the spring garden. Sweet Reward® Coral Azalea bursts into bloom with glowing coral flowers that bring a rich, sunset-like color to woodland gardens and shaded borders. The vibrant blooms stand beautifully against its lush green foliage, creating a striking display when the garden is waking up for the season.
With its compact, rounded habit, Coral is easy to tuck into mixed borders, foundation plantings, or beneath taller trees where it can brighten up a shady corner.
Planting & Care
How to Plant
Choose a spot with 3–6 hours of sun, ideally morning sun. Dig a hole 2–3 times as wide as the pot but no deeper, with the top of the root ball slightly above ground level. Loosen circling roots and backfill with the native soil. Prefers acidic, well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Water deeply after planting and add 2–3 in of mulch, keeping it off the stems. Hardy in USDA zones 5-9.
Watering & Feeding
Water deeply 1–2 times a week for the first season, about 1 in per week. Keep soil evenly moist, especially during heat and dry spells. Feed in spring with a fertilizer for acid-loving plants.
Pruning & Seasonal Care
Blooms in spring: prune right after flowering so you keep next year's buds. Remove dead or damaged branches any time. Mulch in late fall to protect roots through the first winter.