Sweet Reward® Pink Azalea
Rhododendron x 'Sweet Reward Pink'
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| Under $50 | $9.99 |
| $50 - $99.99 | $14.99 |
| $100 - $149.99 | $16.99 |
| $150 - $198.99 | $24.99 |
| $199+ | FREE |
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Specifications
| Plant Characteristics | Cold hardy, Evergreen, Reblooming, Compact/Dwarf, Flowering, Container Friendly, Attracts pollinators |
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| Hardiness Zone | 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b |
| Sunlight | Full sun, Partial shade |
| Preferred Soil | Clay, Loamy, Peaty, Sandy |
| Growth Habit | Bushy |
| Blooms In | Spring, Summer |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Pet Safety | Toxic to pets |
| Suitable Space | Outdoors |
| Plant Name | Azalea |
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| Class | Ericales, Magnoliopsida |
| Does Not Ship To | AK, HI, ID, MT, PR |
Description
Sweet Reward® Pink Azalea (Rhododendron x 'NCB193') is a compact evergreen azalea from Proven Winners that blooms heavily in spring, then comes back for an encore in fall. While most azaleas give you one big show and call it a year, this one keeps the bright pink flowers coming across multiple seasons.
Why You'll Love Sweet Reward® Pink Azalea
- Bright pink blooms cover the plant in spring, with repeat flowering in fall
- Evergreen foliage provides structure and color through every season
- Compact habit (2-3 ft. tall, 3-4 ft. wide) stays dense without heavy pruning
- Part of the trusted Proven Winners lineup, bred for performance
- Attracts pollinators during each bloom cycle
- Works beautifully in containers, foundation plantings, or massed as a low hedge
Growing Conditions
Sweet Reward® thrives in zones 6-9 and does best with morning sun and afternoon shade, though it handles full sun in cooler areas of its range. Like all azaleas, it needs acidic, well-drained soil that stays consistently moist. If your native soil is alkaline, amend with sulfur or plant in a bed of acidic potting mix. A layer of pine bark or pine needle mulch helps maintain acidity and keeps roots cool.
Size and Growth Habit
This is a genuinely compact evergreen shrub, maturing at 2-3 feet tall with a spread of 3-4 feet. The naturally dense, mounding form means you won't need to reach for the pruners to keep it looking tidy. Glossy dark green leaves hold through winter, giving your garden year-round presence even when the flowers take a break.
Landscape Uses and Design Ideas
Sweet Reward® is a natural fit for shady borders, woodland edges, and foundation plantings where you want reliable, low color. Plant it in groups of three or five along a walkway for a ribbon of pink that repeats through the growing season. It also pairs well with other azaleas and rhododendrons for a layered, multi-season display. For more on the differences between these two plant groups, check out our guide on the difference between rhododendrons and azaleas.
Planting and Care Tips
Plant at the same depth as the nursery container. Azalea roots are shallow and fibrous, so avoid planting too deep. Feed with an acid-formulated fertilizer in early spring to fuel both the main bloom and the rebloom cycle.
If you need to shape the plant, prune right after the spring bloom finishes. Pruning later in the season removes the buds that produce those valuable fall flowers. Water consistently during the first growing season, then maintain even moisture through dry spells.
