Perhaps Lyonia, such as Lyonia lucida. Mine is blooming now.

Here is a link that might be useful: Lyonia lucida

wow- that's a beauty, and native, too. Will have to watch for that!

moist to damp soil..hope we don't get another extreme drought this summer.

Wow, Esh, that's it! Not too common in these parts methinks. It is so gorgeous out at Fearrington. Some people I asked didn't know the name but they did say that bees were very attracted to it. The pale pink is lovely. Fearrington is five-star restaurant/inn with shops where they host a lot of weddings and formal affairs. They had huge alliums to die for. The grounds are very artistic at all times of the year. An all white formal garden is directly behind the inn.

Thanks again for your help.