Sun Needs:
- Partial shade to full shade
- Tolerates full sun in cooler climates with adequate moisture
- Prefers dappled light or morning sun with afternoon shade
Bloom Time:
- Late spring to early summer
- Showy clusters of pink to white flowers with purple or maroon markings
- Flowers attract bees and other pollinators
Size:
Height: 5 to 15 feet (can reach up to 20 feet in ideal conditions)
Width: 5 to 10 feet
Attributes:
- Evergreen with glossy, dark green leaves
- Spectacular spring blooms in pink, white, or bicolor
- Native to eastern North America
- Excellent for woodland gardens and shaded borders
- Deer-resistant and low-maintenance once established
Care Tips:
- Requires acidic, well-drained, humus-rich soil
- Avoid heavy clay or alkaline soils
- Water regularly during dry periods, especially in the first few years
- Mulch to retain moisture and protect roots
- Prune lightly after flowering to shape and remove spent blooms
- Protect from harsh winter winds
Pest Watch:
- Generally pest-resistant
- Monitor for leaf spot, lace bugs, and scale insects
- Avoid overhead watering to reduce fungal issues
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