Azalea 'Kathy Ann' bears large flowers that are clear white in mid-spring. The abundant single funnel-shaped flowers with ruffled edges cluster near the ends of the branches. The leaves are oval, glossy and dark green. The plants are well-branched, upright and spreading.
The further south in its planting range you go, the less sunlight a 'Kathy Ann' azalea requires. It is not, however, a shade plant, so it should receive at least partial sun.
In spring, and following the directions on the bag's label, apply a fertilizer designed specifically for acid-loving plants, such as Holly Tone or Miracid.
All azaleas do best in well-drained soil with plenty of organic material. Adding organic amendments, such as compost, will improve both drainage and fertility of the soil.
Regular pruning is not usually needed with azaleas. If you feel the need to prune for aesthetic reasons (to restrict the size of your shrub, for example), it is best to prune azalea bushes right after these early-bloomers have finished blooming. Because these shrubs bloom on old wood grown the previous season, pruning too late in the year will rob you of flowers for next year.
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