Azalea ‘Girard's Pleasant White'

Azalea ‘Girard's Pleasant White’: Purity in Bloom, Structure in Form

Soft yet striking, ‘Girard's Pleasant White’ delivers a profusion of crisp white blooms in mid-spring, brightening shaded spaces with elegance and light. The broad, evergreen foliage stays deep green throughout the year, forming a compact, rounded shrub that holds its shape beautifully. Each flower has a delicate yellow-green throat that adds a subtle contrast to the luminous petals. Cold-hardy and low maintenance, this azalea offers structure, bloom, and seasonal interest with enduring reliability.

Plant Characteristics:

• Height: 75–90 cm (30–36 in)
• Spread: 90–120 cm (36–48 in)
• Flower Colour: White with pale yellow throat
• Flowering Period: Mid-spring
• Foliage: Evergreen, deep green with some winter bronzing
• Sunlight Requirements: Part shade to filtered sun
• Soil Requirements: Moist, acidic, well-drained, high in organic matter

Uses and Benefits: Ideal for foundation plantings, shaded borders, or as an anchor in woodland gardens. Its tidy shape and year-round foliage make it a natural fit for more formal designs, while the pure white bloom acts as a visual refresh in mixed shrub groupings. An excellent pollinator attractor in spring and a dependable evergreen through winter months.

Care Instructions: Prefers rich, acidic soil with good drainage. Water consistently, especially in the first season and during dry spells. Apply mulch annually to maintain moisture and protect roots. Prune lightly after bloom to shape or control size. Protect from drying winter winds in exposed sites.

History: Developed by the Girard family in Ohio, ‘Pleasant White’ is part of a celebrated series of cold-hardy azaleas bred for consistent bloom, compact form, and reliable evergreen foliage. Its clarity of colour and dependable habit have made it a lasting favourite.

Final Thoughts: Clean, classic, and compact, ‘Girard's Pleasant White’ is an essential evergreen azalea for brightening shady corners with ease and elegance—season after season.