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Cascade Evergreen Azalea

Name: Cascade Evergreen Azalea
Brand: Rhododendron
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Rhododendron 'Cascade'

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Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Shrub

Height

18 inches

Width

42 inches

Light

Partial Sun, Shade

Zones

5, 6, 7, 8

Water

Medium

Humidity

Moderate

Lifespan

Long-lived shrub

Native To

Hybrid

Toxicity

All parts are toxic if ingested.

The Story

Plant Bio

'Cascade' is a low-growing, spreading evergreen azalea, often with a cascading habit if planted on a slope or wall. It has small, glossy green leaves and a dense form. This cultivar is prized for its profusion of pure white, single flowers that completely cover the plant in spring. Its low, wide, and potentially cascading form makes it ideal for rock walls, slopes, and container edges.

Bloom Period:

EarlyLate

Uses & Benefits:

Creates a breathtaking 'waterfall' of pure white flowers in spring. Its low, spreading, and cascading habit is unique and highly effective in rock gardens, on slopes, and spilling over walls.

Its dense, ground-hugging nature makes it an excellent evergreen groundcover for erosion control on shaded or partially shaded banks and slopes.

The profusion of flowers provides an abundant nectar source for early season pollinators, particularly native bees.

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Planting

How to Grow

Choose a site with acidic, well-drained soil and partial shade.
Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball but no deeper.
Gently loosen the root ball before placing it in the hole.
Ensure the crown of the plant is at or slightly above soil level.
Backfill, water thoroughly, and apply a layer of acidic mulch.
Provide consistent water until the plant is well established.

Pro Tip

Plant at the top of a retaining wall or in a raised bed to take full advantage of its beautiful cascading habit.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Water during dry spells to keep the soil evenly moist.
Mulch to protect the shallow root system from heat and cold.
Shear lightly after flowering to encourage dense growth.
Plant on a slope or wall to showcase its form.

Don't

Do not let the root ball dry out completely.
Avoid planting in heavy, waterlogged soil.
Do not expose to hot, drying afternoon sun.
Avoid deep cultivation near the plant's base.

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Fertilize
Mulch
Plant
Prune

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Cascading over a rock wallGroundcover for a shaded slopeSpilling from a large container

Companion Plants

Phlox subulata Iberis sempervirens Small Hostas Hakonechloa macra Tiarella cordifolia

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Cascade Evergreen Azalea questions

What zones can Cascade Evergreen Azalea grow in?

Cascade Evergreen Azalea is hardy in USDA Zones 5–8. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Cascade Evergreen Azalea deer resistant?

Not reliably. Deer may browse Cascade Evergreen Azalea, especially tender spring growth — plan on repellents or fencing where pressure is high.

When does Cascade Evergreen Azalea bloom?

Cascade Evergreen Azalea typically blooms in mid-spring through late spring. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Cascade Evergreen Azalea need full sun?

Cascade Evergreen Azalea does best in part shade.