Definition of azalea
: any of a subgenus (Azalea) of rhododendrons with funnel-shaped corollas and usually deciduous leaves including many species and hybrid forms cultivated as ornamentals
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Other native azaleas bloom later over the summer and are just as fragrant.
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Only recently, a jogger in her 50s was dragged off the street and raped among the azaleas.
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Howard says around 80 percent of landscaping in New Orleans is composed of non-native plants, such as crape myrtles, azaleas and hydrangeas.
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Plant blooming camellias, azaleas and rhododendrons.
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Along with green jacket and the azaleas, the pimento cheese sandwich is one of the most iconic things about the Masters and is still sold for just $1.50.
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The alleyways still make shortcuts between the old garages, and the homes are well-kept, azaleas lush, magnolias bigger than ever.
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Fiery orange azaleas shout out among the domineering rhododendrons.
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Dispose of infected plants and when possible, use a 3-year rotation. Phytophthora Blight (Late Blight) Lilacs, rhododendrons, azaleas, and holly infected by Phytophthora fungi suffer dieback of shoots and develop stem cankers.
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Origin and Etymology of azalea
New Latin, genus name, from Greek, feminine of azaleos dry, from azein to parch, dry; akin to Hittite ḫat- to dry up and probably to Latin ador emmer
AZALEA Defined for English Language Learners
Definition of azalea for English Language Learners
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: a type of bush that has colorful flowers that bloom in the spring
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Definition of azalea for Students
: a usually small bush that has flowers of many colors which are shaped like funnels
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