Azalea Fragrant Star

fragrant Star Azalea

Azalea ‘Fragrant Star’ is a distinctive evergreen azalea prized for its strong floral fragrance and elegant white spring blooms. Flowering in mid to late spring, the large, single, star-shaped flowers open crisp white with occasional faint creamy accents, releasing a noticeable sweet scent that sets this variety apart from most evergreen azaleas.

The shrub forms a dense, rounded habit with dark green, glossy evergreen foliage, providing year-round structure and making it an excellent choice for foundation plantings and areas near walkways where fragrance can be appreciated.

Key features
Width: 4–5 ft
Height: 4–5 ft
Flower color: Pure white (highly fragrant)
Bloom time: Mid to late spring
Foliage: Dark green, evergreen
Form: Dense, rounded mound
Life cycle: Evergreen shrub

Growing conditions
Sun: Part shade (morning sun, afternoon shade preferred)
Soil: Acidic, moist, well-drained; rich in organic matter
Water: Moderate; consistent moisture preferred
Hardiness:



Zone Low: 6b



Zone High: 9a



Landscape use
Foundation plantings
Walkways and entry gardens (fragrance)
Woodland and shade gardens
Evergreen mass plantings
Mixed shrub borders

Notes
One of the few evergreen azaleas with strong, noticeable fragrance
White flowers pair well with pinks, lavenders, and pastels
Mulch to keep roots cool and evenly moist
Avoid hot afternoon sun to prevent leaf scorch
Prune immediately after flowering if shaping is needed

Plant type

Deciduous Shrub, Flowering Shrub

Height

4-5'

Width

4-5'

Hardiness zones

6–9

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Slow

Bloom time

Summer

Flower color

White

Fall color

Orange, Red

Attracts

Hummingbirds

Soil

Loamy well-drained, Sandy well-drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Container, Mass Planting, Specimen

Shape

Broad Upright

Bark

Smooth

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No