Azalea 'Girard's Fuchsia' | Hot Pink Evergreen Azalea Shrub | Dwarf Rhododendron | 1 Gallon Live Plant | Zones 6–9

Azalea 'Girard's Fuchsia' is a compact evergreen azalea prized for its brilliant hot pink to fuchsia blooms that completely cover the deep green foliage each spring. This hardy dwarf rhododendron provides vibrant seasonal color while maintaining attractive evergreen foliage throughout the year.

Perfect for woodland gardens, foundation plantings, borders, containers, and shaded landscapes, this easy-care shrub delivers years of dependable beauty with minimal maintenance. Its compact habit makes it an excellent choice for smaller gardens while its vivid flowers attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators.

Key Features

• Botanical Name: Rhododendron 'Girard's Fuchsia'
• Common Name: Girard's Fuchsia Azalea
• Life Cycle: Evergreen Shrub
• Flower Color: Bright Fuchsia Pink
• Foliage: Deep Green Evergreen
• Mature Height: 2–4 feet
• Spread: 3–5 feet
• Growth Habit: Compact, Rounded
• Bloom Season: Spring
• Light Requirements: Partial Shade to Full Shade (Morning Sun Preferred)
• Water Needs: Moderate; prefers consistently moist, well-drained soil
• Hardiness Zones: USDA 6–9
• Characteristics: Evergreen, Compact, Low Maintenance, Pollinator Friendly, Foundation Plant, Deer Resistant Once Established

Uses

• Foundation plantings
• Woodland gardens
• Shade gardens
• Mixed shrub borders
• Cottage gardens
• Japanese gardens
• Container gardening
• Accent specimen plant
• Low evergreen hedges

Planting Partners

Pair with other acid-loving plants for a stunning landscape:

• Rhododendrons
• Camellias
• Mountain Laurel
• Pieris japonica
• Hosta
• Ferns
• Heuchera
• Hellebores
• Hydrangeas

Care Tips

• Plant in rich, acidic, well-drained soil.
• Water regularly during establishment.
• Apply mulch to conserve moisture and protect shallow roots.
• Fertilize in early spring using fertilizer formulated for azaleas and rhododendrons.
• Prune immediately after flowering if shaping is desired.
• Protect from harsh afternoon sun in warmer climates.