Azalea 'Kobai #2' White Variegated Pink Blooms

Evergreen Azalea With White Variegated Blooms

SATSUKI AZALEA

Zones 6-9

Satsuki azaleas are highly prized for their showy large blooms, their compact habit, and their unique ornamental features. This often makes them collectable and an excellent candidate for bonsai. There are whole groups who focus on making bonsai from Satsuki azaleas, because they can turn out so beautifully. While they looking amazing in a pot, they also put on quite the show in the ground. 

’Kobai #2’ is one you should consider having in your collection. The deep pink blooms have overlapping rounded petals. White swirled variegation across these pink blooms make this Satsuki azalea extra special. 

Satsuki azaleas with special variegation may be numbered. ‘Kobai #1’ would be predominantly white blooms with a few deep pink blooms with white variegation. ‘Kobai #2’ is considered to be a heavily desired form by many because it is primarily pink-red blooms with white swirled variegation. This is the form of ‘Kobai’ we are currently offering.

’Kobai #2’ is a late spring bloomer, putting on a show in a smaller compact space. In 10 years, ‘Kobai #2’ may reach 2-3 ft in height and width. The glossy green leaves create interest nearly all year. Plant ‘Kobai #2’ close to walk ways to really enjoy the extraordinary variegated blooms. The name ‘Kobai’ is said to translate as “red plum”. 

All azaleas are 1 gallon containers and are not currently bonsai.

Limited Quantities Available !! As we have over a thousand cultivars of Japanese maples, we often do not have many of each cultivar. We recommend that you buy Japanese maples you want immediately as we often sell out of certain selections.