They are selections of native deciduous azaleas and their hybrids.

In 1999, Nursery Manager Pro magazine reported the release to the trade of the "Maid in the Shade" collection of fragrant, native azaleas for shade gardens by Transplant Nursery. The eight members of the group were:

* `Summer Lyric" - Flowers are a mix of pink with yellow throats.
* `Lisa's Gold' - Golden-yellow flowers.
* 'Camilla's Blush' - Blushing pink blooms that hummingbirds find irresistible.
* `Kelsey's Flame' - Bright yellow and orange flowers.
* `Lavender Girl' - Pale lavender flowers
* `My Mary' - Pale yellow flowers, named as a tribute from George Beasley to his wife Mary.
* 'Rosy Cheeks' - Dark rose flowers with golden throats. Its fragrance can rival that of a rose.
* `Nacoochee Princess' - Regal white flowers that are tinged with pink.

This new group of plants was selected to perform in shaded parts of the garden. Most deciduous azaleas do well in full sun and frequently are poor bloomers in the shade. Their fragrance is a plus. While some of the cultivars have been available for years and may be in your garden, others in the group are quite new.

I have no experience with them.

I am trying to locate and purchase the hybird/rhododendron - 'Nova Zembia.'

It is Nova Zembla and is very common in the trade. Most everywhere has it. If you can't find it you can get it from

Rarefind Nursery in Jackson, NJ, has it at:
http://www.rarefindnursery.com/index.cfm/action/productdetail/product_id/4432.htm

Greer Gardens in Eugene, OR, has it at:
http://www.greergardens.com/RHO_M-P_Rhododendrons.htm

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Yes, 'Nova Zembla' is one of the most common evergreen rhododendrons in the nurseries around Atlanta. I frequently see it at Home Depot. Ask your local Home Depot or other store if they can order it for you in a future shipment.