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Plant Benefits

Dwarf evergreen shrub has outstanding appearance. Showy flowers are backed by interesting shiny green quilted leaves. Prefers cooler regions. Very effective accent or specimen.

Performance and Requirements

Light needs: Partial sun

Watering Needs: Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat

Pruning Time: Spring after flowering

Growth Rate: Slow Growing

Design Information

Companion Plants

CHANDLERI ELEGANS VARIEGATED CAMELLIA
Camellia japonica 'Chandleri Elegans Variegated'

VALLEY VALENTINE LILY OF THE VALLEY
Pieris japonica 'Valley Valentine'

BLACK TULIP^™ MAGNOLIA
Magnolia x soulangiana 'Jurmag1' P.P.A.F.

MANDARIN LIGHTS AZALEA
Azalea x 'Mandarin Lights' (Northern Lights Hybrid)

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Companion Plants (Description): Combine this pale rhody with fiery flowered acid loving plants such as Chandleri Elegans Variegated Camellia, (Camellia japonica 'Chandler's Elegans Variegated'), Mandarin Lights Azalea, (Azalea x 'Mandarin Lights'), Valley Valentine Pieris, (Pieris japonica 'Valley Valentine') and Black Tulip Magnolia, (Magnolia x soulangiana 'Jurmag1').

Design Styles: This versatile Dwarf Rhododendron lends a decidedly formal character due to its compact habit. Plant in small groupings in front of taller shrubs. Line several for edging or as minihedges to highlight plantings of perennials. Ideal for massing under the canopies of trees with other understory species. Ideal for small city gardens, courtyards and side yards, where space is a premium. The best plant for hiding an older Rhododendron`s bare legs.

Care Information

Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Provide well drained soil, rich in organic matter. Feed with an acid fertilizer after bloom. Keep roots cool with a thick layer of mulch.

Background Information

Lore: Rhododendron was named and classified by Linnaeus who named it from the Greek for rose tree.

Botanical Pronunciation: roh-doh-DEN-dron HIB-rid

Catalog Description: Low, exceptionally compact shrub has outstanding appearance. Showy deep scarlet-red flowers are backed by interesting tiny green quilted leaves. Partial sun. Slow-growing mound to 2 feet high.