Dwarf Azalea, aka Coastal Azalea, is a small shrub that typically only grows to about 3' tall and just as wide. It prefers full sun or part shade and acidic, moist, and well drained soils. It performs best in areas where it can be protected for heavy frost. It's showy pinkish to white blooms attract pollinators of all kinds April through May.
 
Native to coastal NC. Click to view its range in North Carolina. 
 
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