Minnetonka Rhododenron
Rhododendron x 'Minnetonka' (H-1)
Description | A dense and spreading compact shrub with handsome dark green, glossy foliage. This hardy mid-season bloomer heralds spring with deep red-violet buds. Big clusters of light purple flowers with lighter centers and vivid orange-yellow spots on the lobes nearly cover the plant with gorgeous dome-shaped trusses. Ideal for smaller gardens in containers, shrub borders and informal hedges. |
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Light | Filtered sun, Partial shade, Partial sun |
Watering | Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat. |
Blooms | Mid-spring |
Mature Size | Slow growing to 3-4 ft. tall, 4-5 ft. wide in ten years. |
Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
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Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Compact Form |
Growth Rate | Slow |
Flower Attributes | Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
Care | Easily grown in acidic, well-drained soils that include peat moss and humus-rich amendments. Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Keep roots cool with a thick layer of mulch. Protect from harsh sun and wind. Prune only as needed to shape, immediately after flowering. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 4-9
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 8
Good to grow!
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Alpharetta, Georgia 30004 -
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Chamblee, Georgia 30341
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