Rhododendron 'Karen' ~ Karen Azalea Size:5 GALLON (1) 200612 019 Balboa Park

(1) 200612 019 Balboa Park - Plaza de Panama Esplanade

Prune regularly to encourage fuller foliage

COMPANION PLANTS: Sea Holly

It is known for its unique and attractive foliage

The fruits are showy yellow pommes in fall that are bitter fresh but make good preservatives

Rhododendron 'Karen' ~ Karen Azalea Size:5 GALLON (1) 200612 019 Balboa ParkKaren Azalea is an unusually hardy evergreen shrub with an upright mounding habit and narrow dark green leaves that turns brilliant burgundy in fall. The heavy blooms of rich lavender purple flowers begin to bloom in spring. A very versatile plant that prefers partial sun with acidic rich, well drained soils. Type: Shrub Height: 2' 4' Spread: 3 5 Spacing: 4 USDA Hardiness Zone: 4 9 Culture: Part Sun Bloom Color: Purple Season of Interest: Spring,