Grow Azalea × 'Girard's Fuchsia' (Evergreen Azalea 'Girard's Fuchsia') for bold spring color and year-round structure in a part-shade garden. This evergreen azalea forms a dense, spreading shrub with glossy foliage and clusters of deep reddish-purple flowers in spring. Mature size is typically 36-48 inches tall with a broad, mounding habit and a spread around 48-60 inches, making it a strong choice for foundations, mixed borders, and woodland edges.

Give your azalea the conditions it prefers: acidic, organically rich soil that stays evenly moist but drains well. Work in composted leaf mold or pine bark fines at planting time, and keep the root zone cool with a 2-3 inch layer of mulch. Water deeply during dry spells, especially in the first two seasons while roots establish, and avoid letting the soil dry completely.

Light is key for best performance. Plant in part shade or high, dappled shade; morning sun with afternoon shade is often ideal. In cooler climates it can handle more sun, but protect it from hot afternoon exposure that can scorch leaves. Choose a sheltered site out of strong, drying winds to reduce winter stress on the foliage.

Prune only as needed, and do it right after flowering so you do not remove next year's buds. Remove spent flower clusters if practical, and keep cultivation shallow since roots are fibrous and close to the surface. If leaves yellow, it can be a sign your soil is not acidic enough for good nutrient uptake; test your soil and adjust gradually if needed. With the right soil and light, you will enjoy reliable spring bloom and evergreen presence through the seasons.

Specifications

• Cold hardiness zone: 5-7 (-20 degrees F) - Contact your local extension to confirm hardiness if you are in a fringe zone (we cannot guarantee hardiness in fringe zones)
• Light: Part sun
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Mature height: 36-48"
• Spread: 48-60"
• Tolerant of: Rabbits
• Evergreen: Yes

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