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Scent-Sational™ White Rhododendron

Rhododendron hybrid H-3 ''Rhodunter 48' (H-3)'

Pronunciation: roh-doh-DEN-dron
SKU #40584
6-7

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A true garden sensation! Pastel pink buds burst forth into sweetly fragrant, showy white blooms with pale lemon throats in late spring. But the real sensation is the tenacious root system that will withstand a variety of soils unheard of for many rhododendrons. A wonderful choice for a garden accent or for a formal hedge.
LIGHT: Filtered sun, Partial shade, Partial sun
WATER: Keep soil moist, but not soggy.
SIZE: Slow growing to 6 to 7 ft. tall and 6 to 8 ft. wide.

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This Plant's Growing Zones: 6-7

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Bloom TimeLate spring to early summer
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesAttracts Butterflies, Easy Care
Growth RateSlow
Flower AttributesFragrant, Showy Flowers
Patent ActAsexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent.
Landscape UseBorder, Container, Hedge
Flower ColorWhite
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsHydrangea (Hydrangea); Holly (Ilex); Astilbe (Astilbe); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra); Coral Bells (Heuchera)
Care InstructionsPrefers organically-rich, well-drained soil, but will tolerate loamy to clay soil. Generally pH neutral will tolerate acid or alkaline soils. Water regularly during first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Do not over water. Shelter from harsh afternoon sun. Hardy to -15 degrees.
HistoryThe Scent-Sational™ Series of Rhododendrons are a breed of Inkarho® Rhododendrons, which are a category of rhododendrons unto themselves. Inkarhos® area superior bred rhododendrons that are suitable to a wide range of soil textures and are pH neutral - they will tolerate acidic or alkaline soils. They have stronger, more robust root systems than other rhododendrons and can therefore flourish not only in loamy soils, but within more clay-like soils as well.
Details
Bloom TimeLate spring to early summer
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesAttracts Butterflies, Easy Care
Growth RateSlow
Flower AttributesFragrant, Showy Flowers
Patent ActAsexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent.
Style
Landscape UseBorder, Container, Hedge
Flower ColorWhite
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsHydrangea (Hydrangea); Holly (Ilex); Astilbe (Astilbe); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra); Coral Bells (Heuchera)
Care
Care InstructionsPrefers organically-rich, well-drained soil, but will tolerate loamy to clay soil. Generally pH neutral will tolerate acid or alkaline soils. Water regularly during first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Do not over water. Shelter from harsh afternoon sun. Hardy to -15 degrees.
History
HistoryThe Scent-Sational™ Series of Rhododendrons are a breed of Inkarho® Rhododendrons, which are a category of rhododendrons unto themselves. Inkarhos® area superior bred rhododendrons that are suitable to a wide range of soil textures and are pH neutral - they will tolerate acidic or alkaline soils. They have stronger, more robust root systems than other rhododendrons and can therefore flourish not only in loamy soils, but within more clay-like soils as well.

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100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr.
in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.

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.