Girard's Pleasant White Azalea

Girard�s Pleasant White Azalea (Rhododendron 'Girard's Pleasant White')

Girard�s Pleasant White Azalea (Rhododendron 'Girard's Pleasant White') is a compact evergreen azalea with crisp white flowers and a tidy, rounded habit. Developed by the Girard family of Ohio, this cultivar is part of their well-regarded series of cold-hardy hybrids. Its clear white blooms provide a refreshing contrast in shaded gardens, and its modest size makes it ideal for foundation plantings, borders, and containers where neatness and year-round structure are important.

Distinctive Features

This variety typically grows 2 to 3 feet tall and slightly wider, forming a low, mounded shape. In mid-spring, it produces clusters of pure white, slightly ruffled flowers with a subtle creamy undertone. The evergreen foliage is small, dark green, and dense, offering winter interest and a strong backdrop for the clean floral display. Its combination of compact size and cold hardiness makes it especially useful in colder climates and small spaces.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Performs best in part shade; morning sun and afternoon shade are ideal.
• Soil: Requires acidic, well-drained soil rich in organic material.
• Water: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture, especially during establishment and bloom.
• Humidity: Tolerates moderate humidity with proper airflow.
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 to 8

Ideal Uses

• Foundation plantings for front-facing beds and corners
• Shade gardens where its white blooms brighten darker areas
• Borders and edges with tidy, mounded structure
• Woodland edges paired with ferns and hostas
• Containers for shaded patios and porches

Low Maintenance Care

• Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy, especially during dry spells
• Lightly prune after flowering to maintain shape
• Use fertilizer for acid-loving plants in early spring and after bloom
• Generally trouble-free in well-drained acidic soils
• Mulch helps insulate roots in winter

Why Choose Girard�s Pleasant White Azalea?

• Pure white flowers brighten shaded gardens
• Compact, mounded form fits well in small spaces
• Cold hardy for northern landscapes
• Evergreen foliage provides year-round structure
• Low maintenance with few pest issues

For dependable, cold-hardy white blooms and evergreen value, Girard�s Pleasant White Azalea is a timeless choice for foundation plantings and shaded landscapes.