Azalea hybrid 'Hino White'

– Attracts bees and butterflies

– Provides nectar in early to mid-spring

– Generally not favored by deer, but may be browsed in winter if food is scarce

– Spring: Heavy bloom display in mid-spring

– Summer: Evergreen foliage remains dense

– Fall/Winter: Leaves persist; some bronzing in colder areas adds seasonal character

– Foundation plantings – low hedges – shaded garden borders – woodland gardens – Asian or Japanese-themed landscapes – containers in shaded patios – mass plantings under trees

– Evergreen – small, elliptical, glossy dark green leaves

– Dense foliage maintains structure and color through all seasons

– May exhibit slight bronzing in colder winter climates

– Clusters of pure white blooms

– Small to medium-sized, single flowers with delicate, open form

– Elegant contrast against dark foliage

– Bloom time: mid-spring, earlier than late-blooming types

– Site selection: Choose a spot with partial shade, ideally with morning sun and afternoon protection

– Soil: Must be acidic (pH 4.5–6.0), well-drained, and rich in organic matter

– Planting depth: Plant so that the root crown is level with or slightly above soil grade

– Spacing: Space plants about 2–3 feet apart to accommodate mature width

– Mulch: Apply 2–3 inches of pine bark or leaf mulch to retain moisture and protect roots

– Best planting time: Early spring or early fall

– When: Right after flowering, before new buds form (late spring)

– How: Lightly shape or remove old blooms; avoid hard pruning

– Avoid pruning late in the season, which removes flower buds for the next year

– Evenly moist, well-drained soil is essential

– Water deeply during dry periods, especially during establishment

– Mulch helps maintain soil moisture and temperature

– Avoid soggy soil, which can cause root rot

– Partial shade is ideal

– Can tolerate full sun in cooler climates, but prefers some afternoon shade in hot zones

– Avoid full deep shade, which will reduce flowering

Not harvested for any ornamental or edible use

– Grown strictly for display purposes

– Fertilize in early spring with an acidic, slow-release fertilizer formulated for azaleas

– Avoid over-fertilization; apply again lightly after blooming if needed

– Do not fertilize after mid-summer to avoid forcing late-season growth

– Pollinated by bees and insects

– Self-fertile; produces seed capsules occasionally but not significant

– Flowers provide nectar support for pollinators

– Pieris japonica – evergreen with similar soil and light preferences

– Heuchera – foliage color contrasts beautifully with white flowers

– Ferns – for soft textures in part-shade beds

– Hosta – lush foliage pairs well in shaded borders

– Camellia, Hydrangea macrophylla, or Astilbe – for seasonal succession of bloom