{"product_id":"spider-azalea-rhododendron-stenopetalum-rare-evergreen-azalea-pink-spider-like-blooms-1-container-plant","title":"Spider Azalea Rhododendron stenopetalum | Rare Evergreen Azalea with Pink Spider-Like Blooms","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdd rare elegance and whimsical beauty to your landscape with this live Spider Azalea, Rhododendron stenopetalum, an unusual evergreen azalea prized for its delicate spider-like flowers and fine-textured foliage. Native to Japan, this collector-worthy ornamental shrub produces clusters of pink to reddish-pink blooms with long narrow ribbon-like petals that create a graceful dancing appearance unlike traditional azaleas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlooming in fall, the flowers provide exceptional late-season color when many other shrubs have finished flowering. Narrow evergreen foliage gives the plant a soft airy texture that adds movement and sophistication to woodland gardens, borders, patios, and collector landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSlow to moderate growing, this unique azalea develops into a rounded evergreen shrub reaching approximately 4–5 feet tall and wide over time. Perfect for gardeners seeking something truly distinctive, Spider Azalea is a rare conversation piece and a stunning focal plant for Japanese-inspired and ornamental gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr\u003e✔️ 1 live Spider Azalea plant\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Botanical name: Rhododendron stenopetalum\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Originally grown in #1 container\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Healthy, rooted evergreen shrub\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Rare spider-flowering azalea variety\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon Name: Spider Azalea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBotanical Name: Rhododendron stenopetalum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSynonyms: R. macrosepalum, R. linearifolium, R. dianthiflorum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant Type: Evergreen flowering shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth Stage: Young established plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSun Requirements: Partial shade to filtered sunlight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil: Acidic, moist, well-draining soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatering: Moderate; maintain evenly moist soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature Height: Approximately 4–5 feet in 10 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature Width: Approximately 4–5 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth Habit: Rounded evergreen shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth Rate: Slow to moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSDA Zones: 7–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBloom Time: Fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBloom Color: Pink to reddish-pink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoliage: Narrow fine-textured evergreen leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContainer Friendly: Yes, excellent for patios and collector containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProvide filtered sunlight and consistent moisture for best foliage quality and flowering performance. Mulching helps maintain cool acidic soil conditions and protects shallow roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Condition Disclosure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive a live starter plant (seedling\/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCustomer Notice for Live Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within \u003cstrong\u003e48 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e of delivery and provide the required photos for review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhotos of the shipping box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto of the shipping label\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear photos of the plant from multiple angles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eClaims submitted without the required photos or more than 48 hours after delivery may not be eligible for review, replacement, or refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"RhododendronsandMore","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52499605848196,"sku":null,"price":132.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1014\/5254\/6180\/files\/ListingShopify2_5_e156405c-8cf2-4f18-99c9-9fedb70d1255.jpg?v=1783660393","url":"https:\/\/nataliesbotanicalgarden.com\/products\/spider-azalea-rhododendron-stenopetalum-rare-evergreen-azalea-pink-spider-like-blooms-1-container-plant","provider":"Natalie's Botanical Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}