Olga Mezitt Rhododendron
Rhododendron 'Olga Mezitt' (H-1)
Pronunciation: roh-doh-DEN-dron
SKU #01123
| Description | Stunning dome-shaped trusses of wavy, vibrant pink, lightly scented flowers blanket this cold hardy, compact evergreen in spring. Shiny, green, lobed, recurved foliage turns a rich mahogany color in late fall, holding through winter. More heat and sun tolerant than other varieties. An excellent choice for borders, mass planting, or containers. |
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| Light | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Watering | Keep soil moist, but not soggy. |
| Blooms | Mid-spring |
| Mature Size | Moderate growing; reaches 3 to 4 ft. tall, 2 to 3 ft. wide. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
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| Special Features | Fall Color, Compact Form |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge |
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| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Holly (Ilex); Lily of the Valley Shrub (Pieris); Astilbe (Astilbe); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Bog Rosemary (Andromeda) |
| Care | 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, regularly in the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Feed with an acid fertilizer after bloom. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 4-8
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone:
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