Rhododendron 'Shiko' (Azalea 'Shiko')

The Azalea 'Shiko' is a beautiful cultivar of the Rhododendron plant. It has lavender flowers with distinctive stripes, and is known for its spreading growth habit. This particular variety blooms later in the season, adding a splash of color to the garden when other plants are finishing their bloom. It is classified as a Satsuki Azalea, which is a traditional variety of azalea in Japan.