Rhododendron 'Nathan Bedford Forrest' ~ Nathan Bedford Forrest Native Azalea attractive-bark IMAGES: Photos by Phillip Merritt

IMAGES: Photos by Phillip Merritt

Pests include Japanese beetles

(3) Photos by NC Extension Gardener

The Arnold Yellow Tulip Poplar is also known for its resistance to diseases and pests

COMPANION PLANTS:  Catmint

Rhododendron 'Nathan Bedford Forrest' ~ Nathan Bedford Forrest Native Azalea attractive-bark IMAGES: Photos by Phillip MerrittNathan Bedford Forrest Native Azalea is an open upright native deciduous shrub that is part of the Confederate General Series that is noted for its larger fragrant flowers. Nathan Bedford Forrest has large ruffled orange flowers that bloom in spring as new growth emerges and dark green foliage that turns orange bronze in fall. Best grown in part sun and rich, moist, acidic well drained soils. Both powdery mildew resistant and heat tolerant. Type: