Masses of funnel-shaped, wavy petals, white flowers in early summer, late bloomer, and small, dark green leaves, retained all year. This dwarf, evergreen azalea makes a great, all-year patio plant. It requires moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Position: partial shade Soil: moist, well-drained, humus-rich, acid soil or ericaceous compost Rate of growth: averageto slow Flowering period: June Flower color: white Other features: ideal for growing in pots on the patio Hardiness: fully hardy Garden care: Avoid planting too deeply. Apply a generous 2-3 inches of mulch of leaf mould around the base of the plant each spring. Eventual height: 12/18" Eventual spread: 12-18"