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Rhododendron x 'George Taber' 'George Taber' Azalea

Edward F. Gilman, Ryan W. Klein, and Gail Hansen

Release Date: 1/17/2024

Reviewed At: 11/23/2023

DOI: 10.32473/edis-fp509-1999

Agriculture

Abstract

This document provides an overview of the Rhododendron x ‘George Taber’ azalea, a large, spreading evergreen azalea known for its impressive appearance in mass plantings and as a specimen planting. It highlights the plant’s characteristics, including its suitability for various landscaping uses. Additionally, the document mentions related azalea varieties and provides links to further resources on azalea pest management and other horticultural topics. The information is part of the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Extension outreach. Original publication date October 1999.

About this Publication

This document is FPS509, one of a series of the Department of Environmental Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension. Original publication date October 1999. Revised October 2023. Visit the EDIS website at https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu for the currently supported version of this publication.

About the Authors

Edward F. Gilman, professor emeritus; Ryan W. Klein, assistant professor, arboriculture; and Gail Hansen, professor, sustainable landscape design; Department of Environmental Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension, Gainesville, FL 32611.