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Pinkshell Azalea Family: Ericaceae Native Region: Mountains on NC, naturalized to MA Size: 5-15’ tall Hardiness Zone: Habitat: Ravines, bogs, wetlands, forest edges, and streambanks. Prefers moist, well-drained, slight acidic (pH<6.8) soil and shade. Leaf: Medium green in summer and dark red in fall. Flower: Pink to pure white with yellow throat, blooming in April Ecosystem services: Because itContinue reading “Rhododendron vaseyi”