Care

Planting & Growing

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. Apply an acid fertilizer after bloom.

Deer Resistant Yes
Family Rhododendron
Bloom Time Early Spring
Foliage Color Green
Genus Rhododendron
Growth Rate Slow
Hardiness Zone 4
Landscape Uses Accent, Massing, Garden
Light Needs Partial Shade, Shade
Mature Height 5 feet
Prune Time Prune After Flowering
Water Needs Moist