It’s time for the great debate. Which do you prefer, the azalea or the cherry blossom? Here are some interesting facts about both to help you make your decision.
Azaleas
- They are grown as a bush of shrub.
- Their blooms last several weeks.
- Start blooming in the spring usually around April.
- Can live 50-100 years.
- They need sun but like shade under the trees.
- Come in different colors mainly white and pink, but also orange and red.
- They are usually .5 to 2 meters high.
- There are 1,000 different varieties.
- They are poisonous if consumed.
- They are ornamental.
Cherry blossoms
- The cherry blossom capital of the world is not in Japan but in Macon, Georgia with 300,000-350,000 Yoshino cherry blossom trees.
- Cherry blossom petals are edible.
- They only bloom for a week.
- There are over 100 varieties of cherry blossom trees. The most common variety is the Somei-yoshino cherry tree.
- Cherry blossom trees are ornamental.
- They only last about 16-20 years.
- They average 4-10 meters tall.
- The flowers can range in color from pale pink to bright pink as well as white and ivory.
Rick