Native Azalea Collection

Saturday I rode up to Statesboro to the Georgia Southern University...  
annual spring plant sale. 
After grabbing up some great  plants, trees and shrubs 
I took off to explore the woodland trails and gardens. 


As I got deeper into the woods there was a glow
 that kept pulling me in. 



Once I got close enough I realized it was a stand of  native azalea
 in bloom and what a beautiful sight it was to see.. 


the colors were amazing

 a fiery glow

then a softer glow



the pink and white were just as beautiful
 as the bight yellows and orange



I have been to the plant sale several times but never had the opportunity to just wonder around, boy have I been missing out. 
If you are anywhere near the gardens talk a walk through the trails there are beautiful surprises waiting just for you.
hugs ya'll, Cherry

I am adding this post to Miss Tootsie Time Friday Flaunt because they are just to pretty to not show off.
Come see what everyone else is flaunting today.
A big thank you to Miss Glenda for hosting this great party every week.



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  1. SuzanApril 3, 2013 at 11:04 AM

    I love the wild azalea bushes found in the woods and along the trials. This Sunday is our spring break and I'm bringing my yankee husband to Savannah for the first time!! Hope so much that the azaleas are in full bloom!! Can't wait for some fresh seafood and catfish :-}}

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    1. cherryApril 5, 2013 at 9:58 AM

      Suzan I know you are super excited there is still a lot of azaleas blooming and the dogwoods are really showing off .. Ya'll have a safe trip, enjoy yourselves, enjoy lots of seafood..lol and if you see that you may have a minute let me know and maybe we can work in quick visit.. hugs, Cherry

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    2. SuzanApril 12, 2013 at 8:23 PM

      Hey Cherry! Am home already!! How time flies when you're have too much fun!! LOVE Savannah!! LOVE the food!! LOVE the history!! Hate the gnats!! Goodness me oh my!! forgot my Avon - Skin so soft!! Wanted to see the cottages on Tybee that you've shown. Drove out there and ate at the Sting Ray and drove all the back roads!! Love the little cottages and wishing we could buy one to fix up!! Didn't make it out to Love Catfish - but did have shrimp and fish everyday :-}}

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  2. Jean CampbellApril 3, 2013 at 11:34 AM

    There is nothing in the gardening world to compare with visiting a native azalea plot. I've been to Ichauway Plantation In Baker County where there is a large collection of Mr. Varnadoe's hybrids among others and to a private plantation in Thomasville that knocked my socks off. It was like a Green Cathedral.

    Did you buy any native azaleas at the sale?

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    1. cherryApril 5, 2013 at 10:04 AM

      A private plantation oh my I know that had to be a beautiful site to see..
      I did not buy any there was only a few and I had my mind set on a few things I have been after for a few years which I got,, woohoo I'll share what they are soon..
      hugs, Cherry

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  3. This N ThatApril 4, 2013 at 10:50 AM

    They are gorgeous Cherry..I remember when we played golf in Myrtle Beach this time of year..They were beautiful..

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  4. LonaApril 4, 2013 at 2:30 PM

    Just what I needed to see today. How beautiful they all are and I love the ones with the bright yellows and orange color.

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  5. UnknownApril 5, 2013 at 10:43 AM

    Oh My! These are gorgeous shots! Thank you so much for stopping by and saying hi. I am following you back. I hope you will consider adding your post to Fresh-Cut Friday. It would be a perfect addition. :)

    Have a great weekend!
    ~Liz

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  6. AnonymousApril 5, 2013 at 11:30 AM

    Absolutely gorgeous! I have many Azaleas and Rhodos in my garden but none like those. Love the way the stamens and pistils are so pronounced.

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  7. sabriApril 5, 2013 at 3:25 PM

    Hi...Cherry...Stopping Bye To Follow You Back..And So Glad I Did ...Your Gardens Are Gorgeous !! Still Waiting On Blooms Here In Kentucky..I Will Be Stopping Bye Often.. :) ~Sabri~

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  8. Inspired By JuneApril 5, 2013 at 10:39 PM

    We're going to a plant sale tomorrow, but I can guarantee we won't see any of these lovelies! How blessed you are! Thank you for sharing!

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  9. Janet, The Queen of SeafordApril 10, 2013 at 2:54 PM

    I love native azaleas, have about seven planted in my garden now. Your pictures do them justice!!

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  10. Dirt PrincessApril 12, 2013 at 10:38 AM

    I looooove native azaleas. I see them in the woods all the time when we are turkey hunting. I need to take some ribbon with me and tie to it. Then go back and get it. They are so pretty

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  11. UnknownApril 17, 2013 at 11:52 AM

    The Azaleas are so beautiful in this natural setting! Thank you for sharing your woodland walk, your photo's capture their beauty perfectly.
    ~di

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  12. AnonymousApril 22, 2013 at 12:30 AM

    The colors were indeed amazing..

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hugs, Cherry

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