Azalea pallida is a deciduous shrub that grows up to 6 feet tall (1.8 meters). It has a spreading habit and a moderate growth rate. The leaves are elliptic and up to 2 inches (5 cm) long, with a pale green color. The flowers are fragrant, funnel-shaped, and up to 2 inches (5 cm) wide. They bloom in early spring before the leaves emerge and are usually pale pink to white in color.