Deciduous Azaleas, Evergreen Azaleas, Lepidote Rhododendrons, Elepidote Rhododendrons
Azaleas and Rhododendrons, with their beautiful flowers, are some of the best-loved sights of spring. Producing a blaze of color, these popular ornamental shrubs are showy for only a relatively short season when they are in bloom. Their spectacular display can be extended by selecting species or cultivars with different blooming times or planting companion plants for greater diversity.
Shade-loving Hostas are natural companion plants to Rhododendrons and Azaleas. They are suitable and desirable and give an extra dimension to the garden when combined with the glorious blossoms of Rhododendrons and Azaleas.
Here is a list of favorite Hostas companion plants for Azaleas and Rhododendrons.
There are many other varieties suitable for companion planting with your Azaleas and Rhododendrons, so don’t be afraid to experiment and find your successful plant combinations! These companion plants must, however, be able to thrive under the same growing conditions as Azaleas and Rhododendrons.
| Hardiness |
4 - 10 |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Shrubs |
| Genus | Hosta, Rhododendron |
| Exposure | Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Tolerance | Rabbit |
| Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Landscaping Ideas | Banks And Slopes, Wall-Side Borders, Hedges And Screens, Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Japanese Garden, Traditional Garden |
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| Hardiness |
4 - 10 |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Shrubs |
| Genus | Hosta, Rhododendron |
| Exposure | Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Tolerance | Rabbit |
| Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Landscaping Ideas | Banks And Slopes, Wall-Side Borders, Hedges And Screens, Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Japanese Garden, Traditional Garden |
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