Forsythia x intermedia 'Mindor' ~ Show Off® Forsythia moderate-growth Korean Azalea is a wide-spreading

Korean Azalea is a wide-spreading deciduous  shrub with dark green foliage that turns an attractive orange-red in fall

Rhododendrons are susceptible canker

and Hedges

Too much water retention can increase susceptibility to fungal diseases

(2) Donar Reiskoffer

Forsythia x intermedia 'Mindor' ~ Show Off® Forsythia moderate-growth Korean Azalea is a wide-spreadingShow Off Forsythia is a deciduous shrub with an upright vase habit and medium green foliage. Dense clusters of bright yellow flowers bloom heavily in early spring completely coating the bare branches before its leaves are out. Flowers best in full sun and well drained soils. Type: Shrub Height: 5' 6' Spread: 5' 6 Spacing: 5' USDA Hardiness Zone: 5 8 Culture: Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color: Yellow Season of Interest: Spring MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low