Swamp azalea (Rhododendron viscosum) is a Coastal Virginia native with fragrant white blooms in early summer, later than most other azaleas. Although it cannot be planted in standing water, it can ...

For native plant purists, several garden worthy species are worth growing, notably the pinxterbloom azalea (Rhododendron periclymenoides), the Florida flame azalea (R. austrinum), pinkshell azalea ...

For native-plant purists, several garden-worthy species are worth growing, notably the pinxterbloom azalea (Rhododendron periclymenoides), Florida flame azalea (R. austrinum), pinkshell azalea (R ...

Great shrubs include the native swamp azaleas, such as Rhododendron viscosum and Rhododendron atlanticum will work well here, but must be planted on hillocks for drainage and aeration of the soil.

The Florida flame azalea (Rhododendron austrinum) is one of the most fragrant native azaleas. It comes in colors unusual for azaleas, and it thrives in hot and humid climates.