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Azalea viscosum 'Ribbon Candy'
Ribbon Candy Swamp Azalea (Deciduous)
- » Dense, tall plant
- » Thick blue-green foliage
- » Pink, star-shaped blooms
- » Fragrant
- » Easy to grow
- » Native
- » Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
- Category:Shrub
- Hardiness Zone:4-8
- Height:5-7 ft
- Spread:6-8 ft
- Bloom Color: Pink Shades
Viscosum Azaleas are not used enough in the landscape but maybe this one is the variety that will get people to take the plunge! Like all Viscosums, ‘Ribbon Candy’ is a dense, slightly taller than wide plant with thick, bluish-green foliage. In mid to late June multiple buds at branch ends open to display masses of pink, star shaped flowers with a distinctive white stripe that bisects each petal and a fragrance that will put you in landscape heaven. ‘Ribbon Candy is easy to grow and loves to be naturalized in semi-shaded woodland areas.
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Attributes
| • | Fall Color |
| • | Fragrant |
| • | Great Foliage |
| • | Native |
| • | Naturalizing |
| • | Water's Edge / Bog Plant |
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Attracts Wildlife
| • | Attracts Butterflies |
| • | Attracts Hummingbirds |
| • | Attracts Songbirds |
| • | Supports Bees |
Flower Color
| • | Pink |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Fall |
Habit
| • | Upright |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Azalea viscosum 'Ribbon Candy'
Once established, Ribbon Candy Azalea is an easy-care shrub that thrives in consistently moist soil. It is well suited for damp garden areas and naturalized woodland settings, performing best in partial to full sun.