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Hotei Rhododendron
Rhododendron x 'Hotei' (H-3)
Pronunciation: roh-doh-DEN-dron
SKU #00949
LIGHT:
Partial sun
WATER:
Keep soil moist, but not soggy.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 3 ft. tall and slightly wider.
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| Description | A compact evergreen shrub, highly valued for its large ball-shaped trusses of beautiful, canary yellow flowers that create a beautiful contrast to the rich green foliage. An excellent foundation plant or low hedge. A stunning display of spring color in mass plantings. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Painted Fern (Athyrium); Gardenia (Gardenia); Lily of the Valley Shrub (Pieris); Camellia (Camellia); Coral Bells (Heuchera) |
| Care Instructions | Provide organically rich, well-drained, acidic soil. Apply a thick layer of mulch to keep roots cool, avoiding the crown. Avoid harsh afternoon sun exposures and shelter from drying winter winds. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Feed with an acid fertilizer after bloom. |
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| Description | A compact evergreen shrub, highly valued for its large ball-shaped trusses of beautiful, canary yellow flowers that create a beautiful contrast to the rich green foliage. An excellent foundation plant or low hedge. A stunning display of spring color in mass plantings. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Painted Fern (Athyrium); Gardenia (Gardenia); Lily of the Valley Shrub (Pieris); Camellia (Camellia); Coral Bells (Heuchera) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Provide organically rich, well-drained, acidic soil. Apply a thick layer of mulch to keep roots cool, avoiding the crown. Avoid harsh afternoon sun exposures and shelter from drying winter winds. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Feed with an acid fertilizer after bloom. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Hotei Rhododendron produce flowers?
Spring
Is Hotei Rhododendron evergreen or deciduous?
Hotei Rhododendron is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Hotei Rhododendron?
Hotei Rhododendron is Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form.
How fast does Hotei Rhododendron grow?
Hotei Rhododendron has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Hotei Rhododendron in my landscape?
Hotei Rhododendron is suitable for: Border, Container, Hedge.
What color are Hotei Rhododendron flowers?
Hotei Rhododendron produces Yellow flowers.
What color is the foliage of Hotei Rhododendron?
Hotei Rhododendron has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Hotei Rhododendron?
Good companion plants for Hotei Rhododendron include: Painted Fern (Athyrium); Gardenia (Gardenia); Lily of the Valley Shrub (Pieris); Camellia (Camellia); Coral Bells (Heuchera).
How do I care for Hotei Rhododendron?
Provide organically rich, well-drained, acidic soil. Apply a thick layer of mulch to keep roots cool, avoiding the crown. Avoid harsh afternoon sun exposures and shelter from drying winter winds. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Feed with an acid fertilizer after bloom.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.