Spider Azalea Rhododendron stenopetalum - Rare Pink Spider-Like Blooms, #1 Container

About This Plant

Spider Azalea (Rhododendron stenopetalum) is an evergreen shrub prized for delicate, spider-like pink to reddish-pink blooms and fine-textured foliage. Native to Japan, it features clusters of long, ribbon-like petals that create a graceful dancing appearance. Growth is slow to moderate, forming a rounded evergreen shrub 4–5 feet tall and wide over time with a soft, airy texture perfect for woodland gardens, borders, patios, and collector landscapes. Blooming in fall, it provides standout late-season color.

What You Will Receive

✔️ 1 live Spider Azalea plant
✔️ Botanical name: Rhododendron stenopetalum
✔️ Originally grown in #1 container
✔️ Healthy, rooted evergreen shrub
✔️ Rare spider-flowering azalea variety
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

Growing Information

• Common Name: Spider Azalea
• Botanical Name: Rhododendron stenopetalum
• Synonyms: R. macrosepalum, R. linearifolium, R. dianthiflorum
• Plant Type: Evergreen flowering shrub
• Growth Stage: Young established plant
• Sun Requirements: Partial shade to filtered sunlight
• Soil: Acidic, moist, well-draining soil
• Watering: Moderate; maintain evenly moist soil
• Mature Height: Approximately 4–5 feet in 10 years
• Mature Width: Approximately 4–5 feet
• Growth Habit: Rounded evergreen shrub
• Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
• USDA Zones: 7–9
• Bloom Time: Fall
• Bloom Color: Pink to reddish-pink
• Foliage: Narrow, fine-textured evergreen leaves
• Container Friendly: Yes, excellent for patios and collector containers

Care Tips

Provide filtered sunlight and consistent moisture for best foliage quality and flowering performance. Mulching helps maintain cool acidic soil conditions and protects shallow roots.

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

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