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Pink Rosebay Rhododendron
Rhododendron maximum 'Roseum' (H-1)
Pronunciation: roh-do-DEN-dron MAKS-ih-mum
SKU #40576
LIGHT:
Filtered sun, Full shade, Partial shade
WATER:
Keep soil moist, but not soggy.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 6 to 8 ft. tall, 8 to 10 ft. wide.
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| Description | Spectacular late spring color from showy trusses of enchanting pink flowers on a vigorous, large, broadly rounded shrub with leathery, dark green foliage on red stems. Tolerates heavy shade and thrives in cooler regions but benefits from protection from winter winds. Works well as a seasonal specimen in a mixed shrub border. Evergreen. |
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| Bloom Time | Late spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Rabbit Resistant, Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Hedge, Privacy Screen |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Companion Plants | Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Holly (Ilex); Astilbe (Astilbe); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra); 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, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Feed with an acid fertilizer after bloom. |
Details
| Description | Spectacular late spring color from showy trusses of enchanting pink flowers on a vigorous, large, broadly rounded shrub with leathery, dark green foliage on red stems. Tolerates heavy shade and thrives in cooler regions but benefits from protection from winter winds. Works well as a seasonal specimen in a mixed shrub border. Evergreen. |
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| Bloom Time | Late spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Rabbit Resistant, Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Hedge, Privacy Screen |
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| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Companion Plants | Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Holly (Ilex); Astilbe (Astilbe); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra); 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, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Feed with an acid fertilizer after bloom. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Pink Rosebay Rhododendron produce flowers?
Late spring
Is Pink Rosebay Rhododendron evergreen or deciduous?
Pink Rosebay Rhododendron is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Pink Rosebay Rhododendron?
Pink Rosebay Rhododendron is Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators.
Is Pink Rosebay Rhododendron resistant to pests or animals?
Rabbit Resistant, Tolerates Urban Pollution
How fast does Pink Rosebay Rhododendron grow?
Pink Rosebay Rhododendron has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Pink Rosebay Rhododendron in my landscape?
Pink Rosebay Rhododendron is suitable for: Border, Hedge, Privacy Screen.
What color are Pink Rosebay Rhododendron flowers?
Pink Rosebay Rhododendron produces Pink flowers.
What color is the foliage of Pink Rosebay Rhododendron?
Pink Rosebay Rhododendron has Dark Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Pink Rosebay Rhododendron?
Good companion plants for Pink Rosebay Rhododendron include: Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Holly (Ilex); Astilbe (Astilbe); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra); Coral Bells (Heuchera).
How do I care for Pink Rosebay 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, regularly in 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.