Daphnoides Rhododendron
Rhododendron x 'Daphnoides' (H-2)
SKU
0925
Dense growing evergreen shrub is a highly valued landscape ornamental. Large trusses of showy flowers - beautiful contrast to dark green leaves. Very effective as an accent.
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Partial sun
Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | roh-doh-DEN-dron |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Moderate growing to 4 to 6 ft. tall and wide. |
| Bloom Time | Late Spring |
| Design Ideas | Few hybrids can compare with this mass of purple bloom. Great as an accent for a single-color focal point or with other shrubs that blossom in less striking colors. Livens otherwise dark shaded realms of the garden. Dense growth is ideal for cover-ups, along fences, footings and the edges of outdoor steps. Perfect for filling in beds and for under edges of large conifer drip lines. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Attribute | Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Border, Hedge, Woodland Garden |
| Light Needs | Partial sun |
| Soil Needs | Azalea & Camellia Food |
| Special Feature | Attracts Butterflies, Gift Plant |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat. |
| Key Feature | Spring Flowering |
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Provide well drained soil, rich in organic matter. Feed with an acid fertilizer after bloom. Keep roots cool with a thick layer of mulch.
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 5 - 8
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