'Samford Sorbet' Native Azalea

'Samford Sorbet' native azalea (Rhododendron x ‘Samford Sorbet’) is a rare and highly sought-after deciduous azalea known for its showy spring blooms, sweet fragrance, and heat tolerance. Large rounded clusters of pink flowers with a golden blotch appear in early spring, filling the garden with a light honeysuckle-like scent and creating a stunning focal point in woodland landscapes.

• Rare native azalea with fragrant pink flowers and a gold blotch
• Early spring blooming shrub with large showy flower clusters
• Grows 6–8 ft tall and 4–6 ft wide at maturity
• Hardy in USDA zones 6–9
• Thrives in partial shade with moist, well-drained acidic soil
• Ideal for woodland gardens, shade gardens, and native plant landscapes