Sam Franklin of Franklin Brothers Nursery in Henderson says that the beauty that azaleas bring to North Carolina is  unparalleled. See some helpful tips for planting your own beautiful azalea bushes: 

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Azaleas

Azaleas prefer full sun to light, filtered shade with a minimum of 4 to 6 hours of sun daily.

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  • Preston

    Where is the best place to buy azalea in the Wake Forest area

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