The catalog/Species
Rhododendron spp.
Genus-level entry. These cultivars are recorded under Rhododendron with no species — typically inter-species hybrids or supplier listings without an extracted species name.
Cultivars
'Cannon’s Double'
Rhododendron
Cannon’s Double is an elegant, extremely hardy azalea. It has outstanding showy flowers layered in colors of pink, peach and cream. The deciduous foliage has a hint of red all year. Cannon’s Double Azalea shrub needs acidic, well-drained soil to thrive. Botanical Name: Azalea x ‘Cannon’s Double’ USDA Zone: 5 – 8 Average Height: 5′ Average Width: 4′ Sun Exposure: Partial to full sun Planting/Care Instructions Before planting, have your soil tested to see what amendments are needed. Click this link to check your frost dates: Frost Dates . Check the light preferences for your plant and choose your location accordingly. When you receive your , soak the root ball in water for 20 minutes upon arrival before planting or potting. Gently break up the root ball. This will help the roots of your to grow out into the soil. Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball of your plant. Fill in the hole tightly with soil to avoid any air pockets. Add a bit of slow-release fertilizer to help new plants to grow quickly. Add the recommended amount per fertilizer instructions. Be sure to water your until it is established. In addition, pull weeds out when they appear. They take nutrients from the soil. Additionally, certain plants may need staking. Whenever they become too heavy to stand on their own, add bamboo or fiberglass stakes for the plants to lean against or tie up for support. Prune plants as needed to encourage growth. Always sterilize your pruners when pruning plants to prevent the spread of diseases. If you have trouble keeping up with your pruners, check out our locally hand-made leather pruner holster here. Lastly, enjoy your and your time in the garden!
'Conversation Piece'
Rhododendron
Conversation Piece Azalea will surely be the conversation piece talked about in your landscape. The blooms are a crazy mix of white with streaks of pink, solid white or pink, half white and half pink, and everything between. You may also get a short bloom period in the fall. This plant loves acidic soil and some afternoon shade to thrive. Conversation Piece Azalea can be grown in a pot to bring into a sheltered location for harsh, northern winters. It can be grown as a specimen, hedge or wooded border plant. Botanical Name: Rhododendron ‘Conversation Piece’ USDA Zone: 6 – 9 Average Height: 3′ – 4′ Average Width: 3′ – 5′ Sun Exposure: Sun to part sun Planting/Care Instructions Before planting, have your soil tested to see what amendments are needed. Click this link to check your frost dates: Frost Dates . Check the light preferences for your plant and choose your location accordingly. When you receive your , soak the root ball in water for 20 minutes upon arrival before planting or potting. Gently break up the root ball. This will help the roots of your to grow out into the soil. Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball of your plant. Fill in the hole tightly with soil to avoid any air pockets. Add a bit of slow-release fertilizer to help new plants to grow quickly. Add the recommended amount per fertilizer instructions. Be sure to water your until it is established. In addition, pull weeds out when they appear. They take nutrients from the soil. Additionally, certain plants may need staking. Whenever they become too heavy to stand on their own, add bamboo or fiberglass stakes for the plants to lean against or tie up for support. Prune plants as needed to encourage growth. Always sterilize your pruners when pruning plants to prevent the spread of diseases. If you have trouble keeping up with your pruners, check out our locally hand-made leather pruner holster here. Lastly, enjoy your and your time in the garden!
'Delaware Valley White'
Rhododendron
Delaware Valley White Azalea is a vigorous evergreen shrub. It flowers mid-spring to early summer with pure white, single flowers. The flowers attract butterflies and bees. Delaware Valley White Azalea creates a stunning contrast to pink, purple and red azaleas. Botanical Name: Rhododendron ‘Delaware Valley White’ USDA Zone: 5 – 8 Average Height: 3′ – 4′ Average Width: 3′ – 4′ Sun Exposure: Mostly sun to shade Planting/Care Instructions Before planting, have your soil tested to see what amendments are needed. Click this link to check your frost dates: Frost Dates . Check the light preferences for your plant and choose your location accordingly. When you receive your , soak the root ball in water for 20 minutes upon arrival before planting or potting. Gently break up the root ball. This will help the roots of your to grow out into the soil. Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball of your plant. Fill in the hole tightly with soil to avoid any air pockets. Add a bit of slow-release fertilizer to help new plants to grow quickly. Add the recommended amount per fertilizer instructions. Be sure to water your until it is established. In addition, pull weeds out when they appear. They take nutrients from the soil. Additionally, certain plants may need staking. Whenever they become too heavy to stand on their own, add bamboo or fiberglass stakes for the plants to lean against or tie up for support. Prune plants as needed to encourage growth. Always sterilize your pruners when pruning plants to prevent the spread of diseases. If you have trouble keeping up with your pruners, check out our locally hand-made leather pruner holster here. Lastly, enjoy your and your time in the garden!
'Fashion'
Rhododendron
Fashion Azalea is a compact evergreen azalea. It is a prolific bloomer with salmon to red-orange colored blooms. Plant with white or other light colored plants for a great contract of colors. Fashion Azalea is a real standout in the garden! Botanical Name: Azalea x. ‘Fashion’ USDA Zone: 6 – 9 Average Height: 2′ – 4′ Average Width: 3′ – 5′ Sun Exposure: Mostly sun to partial shade Planting/Care Instructions Before planting, have your soil tested to see what amendments are needed. Click this link to check your frost dates: Frost Dates . Check the light preferences for your plant and choose your location accordingly. When you receive your , soak the root ball in water for 20 minutes upon arrival before planting or potting. Gently break up the root ball. This will help the roots of your to grow out into the soil. Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball of your plant. Fill in the hole tightly with soil to avoid any air pockets. Add a bit of slow-release fertilizer to help new plants to grow quickly. Add the recommended amount per fertilizer instructions. Be sure to water your until it is established. In addition, pull weeds out when they appear. They take nutrients from the soil. Additionally, certain plants may need staking. Whenever they become too heavy to stand on their own, add bamboo or fiberglass stakes for the plants to lean against or tie up for support. Prune plants as needed to encourage growth. Always sterilize your pruners when pruning plants to prevent the spread of diseases. If you have trouble keeping up with your pruners, check out our locally hand-made leather pruner holster here. Lastly, enjoy your and your time in the garden!
'Flame'
Rhododendron
Flame Azalea is an upright, deciduous shrub that is native to most of the eastern states. It can be found as far west as Ohio. The blooms come in a range of colors from red, orange to yellows. The Flame Azalea was first found by A. Michaux from the Blue Ridge Mountains in NC in 1795. Flame Azalea needs to have plenty of acidic soil. A soil test will help you determine your specific needs. It will benefit from a yearly fertilizing using Holly-Tone if the soil is not greater than 6.0 pH. Up to 3 inch blooms attracts hummingbirds and butterflies in late spring and early summer. Flame Azalea will add a splash of color to any landscape. NOTE: These are grown from seed and can vary in bloom color. We cannot guarantee the color of the blooms as these are seed grown. Botanical Name: Rhododendron calendulaceum USDA Zone: 5 – 7 Average Height: 4′ – 10′ Average Width: 4′ – 10′ Sun Exposure: Sun to part shade Planting/Care Instructions Before planting, have your soil tested to see what amendments are needed. Click this link to check your frost dates: Frost Dates . Check the light preferences for your plant and choose your location accordingly. When you receive your , soak the root ball in water for 20 minutes upon arrival before planting or potting. Gently break up the root ball. This will help the roots of your to grow out into the soil. Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball of your plant. Fill in the hole tightly with soil to avoid any air pockets. Add a bit of slow-release fertilizer to help new plants to grow quickly. Add the recommended amount per fertilizer instructions. Be sure to water your until it is established. In addition, pull weeds out when they appear. They take nutrients from the soil. Additionally, certain plants may need staking. Whenever they become too heavy to stand on their own, add bamboo or fiberglass stakes for the plants to lean against or tie up for support. Prune plants as needed to encourage growth. Always sterilize your pruners when pruning plants to prevent the spread of diseases. If you have trouble keeping up with your pruners, check out our locally hand-made leather pruner holster here. Lastly, enjoy your and your time in the garden!
'Golden Lights'
Rhododendron
Golden Lights Azalea is a deciduous Azalea with vibrant yellow-orange blooms and bright green leaves. It is part of the ‘Northern Lights’ line of hybrid Azaleas, bred for their exceptional cold-hardiness, up to -40F! Golden Lights is considered one of the most mildew-resistant of the line. Emerging in May, the blooms are highly fragrant and very attractive to pollinators, namely hummingbirds. It is compact and tidy even without pruning, making it ideal for low-maintenance hedges, borders, and tight residential plantings. Once established, it needs virtually no maintenance. Golden Lights Azalea is a perfect choice for those in northern climates who want dependable, stand-out spring blooms. Botanical Name: Azalea x ‘Golden Lights’ USDA Zone: 3 – 7 Average Height: 4′ – 6′ Average Width: 4′ – 6′ Sun Exposure: Dappled Shade Planting/Care Instructions Before planting, have your soil tested to see what amendments are needed. Click this link to check your frost dates: Frost Dates . Check the light preferences for your plant and choose your location accordingly. When you receive your , soak the root ball in water for 20 minutes upon arrival before planting or potting. Gently break up the root ball. This will help the roots of your to grow out into the soil. Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball of your plant. Fill in the hole tightly with soil to avoid any air pockets. Add a bit of slow-release fertilizer to help new plants to grow quickly. Add the recommended amount per fertilizer instructions. Be sure to water your until it is established. In addition, pull weeds out when they appear. They take nutrients from the soil. Additionally, certain plants may need staking. Whenever they become too heavy to stand on their own, add bamboo or fiberglass stakes for the plants to lean against or tie up for support. Prune plants as needed to encourage growth. Always sterilize your pruners when pruning plants to prevent the spread of diseases. If you have trouble keeping up with your pruners, check out our locally hand-made leather pruner holster here. Lastly, enjoy your and your time in the garden!
'Hershey Red'
Rhododendron
Hershey Red Azalea is a wonderful evergreen variety of azalea grown for their showy red blooms that cover the plants. The dwarf size gives it extra desirability as pruning and shaping are virtually not needed. Hershey Red Azalea needs acidic soil and is deer resistant. Also check out the Tradition Azalea Botanical Name: Rhododendron ‘Hershey’s Red’ USDA Zone: 6 – 9 Average Height: 3′ Average Width: 3′ Sun Exposure: Partial shade to partial sun Planting/Care Instructions Before planting, have your soil tested to see what amendments are needed. Click this link to check your frost dates: Frost Dates . Check the light preferences for your plant and choose your location accordingly. When you receive your , soak the root ball in water for 20 minutes upon arrival before planting or potting. Gently break up the root ball. This will help the roots of your to grow out into the soil. Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball of your plant. Fill in the hole tightly with soil to avoid any air pockets. Add a bit of slow-release fertilizer to help new plants to grow quickly. Add the recommended amount per fertilizer instructions. Be sure to water your until it is established. In addition, pull weeds out when they appear. They take nutrients from the soil. Additionally, certain plants may need staking. Whenever they become too heavy to stand on their own, add bamboo or fiberglass stakes for the plants to lean against or tie up for support. Prune plants as needed to encourage growth. Always sterilize your pruners when pruning plants to prevent the spread of diseases. If you have trouble keeping up with your pruners, check out our locally hand-made leather pruner holster here. Lastly, enjoy your and your time in the garden!
'Johanna'
Rhododendron
Johanna Azalea has dark-pink blossoms with ruffled edges that bloom late spring through summer and attract all kinds of pollinators. Bright evergreen leaves that turn a beautiful bronze and maroon during the fall and winter months, adding pops of color and texture against barren winter landscapes. It is a medium sized shrub that makes an excellent hedge or barrier. Low maintenance with dependably abundant blooms and vibrant evergreen foliage, Johanna Azalea is an obvious choice for any type of residential planting. Botanical Name: Rhododendron kaempferi ‘Johanna’ USDA Zone: 6 – 8 Average Height: 3′ – 4′ Average Width: 4′ – 5′ Sun Exposure: Dappled Shade Planting/Care Instructions Before planting, have your soil tested to see what amendments are needed. Click this link to check your frost dates: Frost Dates . Check the light preferences for your plant and choose your location accordingly. When you receive your , soak the root ball in water for 20 minutes upon arrival before planting or potting. Gently break up the root ball. This will help the roots of your to grow out into the soil. Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball of your plant. Fill in the hole tightly with soil to avoid any air pockets. Add a bit of slow-release fertilizer to help new plants to grow quickly. Add the recommended amount per fertilizer instructions. Be sure to water your until it is established. In addition, pull weeds out when they appear. They take nutrients from the soil. Additionally, certain plants may need staking. Whenever they become too heavy to stand on their own, add bamboo or fiberglass stakes for the plants to lean against or tie up for support. Prune plants as needed to encourage growth. Always sterilize your pruners when pruning plants to prevent the spread of diseases. If you have trouble keeping up with your pruners, check out our locally hand-made leather pruner holster here. Lastly, enjoy your and your time in the garden!
DANDY MAN Purple
Rhododendron 'LAVJ2011'
Incredibly hardy, disease-resistant, and durable, Dandy Man® Purple rhododendron is sure to deliver beauty and tough landscape performance. Healthy dark evergreen foliage gives this shrub presence year-round, and in mid-spring, this Rhododendron hybrid is covered in large, spherical clusters of rich purple flowers. Dandy Man® Purple rhododendron is a hard-working hybrid from Joe Parks that has proven itself hardy in Maine and New Hampshire. It’s a classic low-maintenance landscape shrub for semi-shaded areas, perfect for hedging, borders, or a specimen planting.
'Mandarin Lights'
Rhododendron
Mandarin Lights Azalea is a beautiful flowering shrub from the Rhododendron family. It is a deciduous azalea that blooms in spring, producing a profusion of bright orange-red flowers that will grab your attention. The blooms are fragrant and tubular, appearing in clusters at the end of each branch. The foliage is also attractive, with glossy green leaves that turn bronze in the fall. Mandarin Lights Azalea is a relatively low-maintenance plant that can grow up to 5 feet tall and wide. It prefers acidic soil and partial shade, making it an excellent choice for woodland gardens or shady areas in your yard. With its stunning flowers and easy care, Mandarin Lights Azalea is a must-have for any garden enthusiast looking to add a pop of color to their landscape. Botanical Name: Azalea x ‘Mandarin Lights’ USDA Zone: 4 – 9 Average Height: 4′ – 5′ Average Width: 4′ – 5′ Sun Exposure: Sun to Shade Planting/Care Instructions Before planting, have your soil tested to see what amendments are needed. Click this link to check your frost dates: Frost Dates . Check the light preferences for your plant and choose your location accordingly. When you receive your , soak the root ball in water for 20 minutes upon arrival before planting or potting. Gently break up the root ball. This will help the roots of your to grow out into the soil. Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball of your plant. Fill in the hole tightly with soil to avoid any air pockets. Add a bit of slow-release fertilizer to help new plants to grow quickly. Add the recommended amount per fertilizer instructions. Be sure to water your until it is established. In addition, pull weeds out when they appear. They take nutrients from the soil. Additionally, certain plants may need staking. Whenever they become too heavy to stand on their own, add bamboo or fiberglass stakes for the plants to lean against or tie up for support. Prune plants as needed to encourage growth. Always sterilize your pruners when pruning plants to prevent the spread of diseases. If you have trouble keeping up with your pruners, check out our locally hand-made leather pruner holster here. Lastly, enjoy your and your time in the garden!
'Midnight Flare'
Rhododendron
Midnight Flare Azalea has some of the deepest, boldest red blooms one can find in an Azalea. It won the American Rhododendron Society’s Southeastern Azalea of the Year award in 2010 and has been coveted by gardeners and landscapers for its fiery red blooms and textured foliage ever since. Its compact size means you can add high visual impact even in the smallest of spaces. Its dark evergreen leaves and mounding shape make it perfect for a year-round hedge or border. You can count on abundant, vibrant blooms year after year with little to no maintenance. If we had to choose just one red-flowering shrub to plant, Midnight Flare Azalea would be it. Botanical Name: Azalea x ‘Midnight Flare’ USDA Zone: 6 – 9 Average Height: 3′ – 4′ Average Width: 3′ – 5′ Sun Exposure: Part Sun Planting/Care Instructions Before planting, have your soil tested to see what amendments are needed. Click this link to check your frost dates: Frost Dates . Check the light preferences for your plant and choose your location accordingly. When you receive your , soak the root ball in water for 20 minutes upon arrival before planting or potting. Gently break up the root ball. This will help the roots of your to grow out into the soil. Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball of your plant. Fill in the hole tightly with soil to avoid any air pockets. Add a bit of slow-release fertilizer to help new plants to grow quickly. Add the recommended amount per fertilizer instructions. Be sure to water your until it is established. In addition, pull weeds out when they appear. They take nutrients from the soil. Additionally, certain plants may need staking. Whenever they become too heavy to stand on their own, add bamboo or fiberglass stakes for the plants to lean against or tie up for support. Prune plants as needed to encourage growth. Always sterilize your pruners when pruning plants to prevent the spread of diseases. If you have trouble keeping up with your pruners, check out our locally hand-made leather pruner holster here. Lastly, enjoy your and your time in the garden!
SWEET REWARD Pink
Rhododendron 'NCB193'
Sweet Reward azaleas are far from your typical selection: not only are they hardy, but these native azaleas light up spring with large, vivid globes of pink flowers and incredible fragrance. You – and everyone else in the vicinity – will love the rich, spicy-floral fragrance of Sweet Reward Pink azalea. It all makes for a wonderful spring show in the garden as well as in the garden center, with a bloom perfectly timed for prime shopping season. Developed by NCSU’s Dr. Jim Ballington from North American native species.
SWEET REWARD Coral
Rhododendron 'NCB195'
Sweet Reward azaleas are far from your typical selection: not only are they hardy, but these native azaleas light up spring with large, vivid globes of salmon-colored flowers and incredible fragrance. Splashes of bright orange ensure this plant will be spotted across the garden and, more importantly, the garden center, with bloom perfectly timed for prime shopping season. NCSU’s Dr. Jim Ballington developed Sweet Reward Coral azalea from North American native species.
Dandy Man Color Wheel
Rhododendron 'NCRX1'
Enjoy a changing palette of color with durable Dandy Man Color Wheel rhododendron. Deep red buds begin to appear in late spring, opening to reveal ruffled pink blooms. Those age to crisp white, creating the effect of three different colors at once. Handsome evergreen foliage, excellent disease resistance, and heat tolerance make this NCSU hybrid an adaptable, widely usable broadleaf evergreen.
Perfecto Mundo Epic Coral
Rhododendron 'NCRX10'
Filters: Botanical genus: Rhododendron , Common name: Reblooming Azalea , Retail program: Proven Winners® ColorChoice® , USDA Zone 6 , USDA Zone 7 , USDA Zone 8 , USDA Zone 9 , Exposure: Full sun , Exposure: Part sun , Bloom time: Spring , Bloom time: Summer , Bloom time: Fall , Pink flowers , Green foliage
Perfecto Mundo Pink Carpet
Rhododendron 'NCRX11'
Perfect for creating drifts of color in the front of the border, this dwarf, ground covering azalea puts on a three-season show with it multi-hued pink flowers. Because of its compact size, we recommend growing it from a quick turn to a one or two gallon. Growers and retailers will appreciate how suitable this variety is for planting en masse.
Perfecto Mundo Fuchsia Carpet
Rhododendron 'NCRX12'
Cover the ground in bright color with Perfecto Mundo Fuchsia Carpet azalea. Selected for its tidy, ground-hugging habit, it lights up with hundreds of vivid fuchsia blooms in spring, then again late summer through fall. Healthy green foliage anchors non-blooming periods with appealing texture. Absolutely stunning planted en masse! We do recommend growing Perfecto Mundo Carpet azaleas from a Quick Turn to a one or two gallon finished plant.
Black Hat
Rhododendron 'NCRX2'
Developed by Dr. Tom Ranney at NCSU, Black Hat ® rhododendron is a small-leaved, compact 'PJM' type. What sets it apart, however, is that it is a triploid selection, making the rose-purple early spring flowers far longer lasting than conventional selections. Thick, dark, evergreen foliage takes on dramatic purple-black tones in cool weather. Grow it and see the difference!
PERFECTO MUNDO Double Pink
Rhododendron 'NCRX3'
Filters: Botanical genus: Rhododendron , Common name: Azalea - Reblooming , Retail program: Proven Winners® ColorChoice® , USDA Zone 5 , USDA Zone 6 , USDA Zone 7 , USDA Zone 8 , USDA Zone 9 , Exposure: Full sun , Exposure: Part sun , Bloom time: Spring , Bloom time: Summer , Bloom time: Fall , Pink flowers , Green foliage
PERFECTO MUNDO Double Purple
Rhododendron 'NCRX4'
Perfecto Mundo Double Purple azalea joins our series of high-performance, total-package azaleas, bringing with it a show-stopping display double purple flowers. A standout performer in our trials, it has superb blooming in spring and fall, medium sized habit, and handsome foliage. Developed by Dr. Tom Ranney at NCSU.
PERFECTO MUNDO Double White
Rhododendron 'NCRX5'
Perfecto Mundo Double White azalea combines the classic appeal of white azaleas with innovative, modern-day performance that will outshine everything else in the landscape. Like the rest of the Perfecto Mundo series, it was selected not just for outstanding rebloom but also for superior spring performance, providing months of color and beauty in sunny to partly sunny locations. Doubled white flower clusters nestle amid deep green foliage, a compact, dense habit ensures the versatility homeowners and landscapers look for in azaleas.
PERFECTO MUNDO Orange
Rhododendron 'NCRX6'
Fire up the landscape with the blazing-hot hue of Perfecto Mundo Orange azalea. This selection really heats up the series with a warm color and red-hot performance. Like the rest of the Perfecto Mundo azaleas, you can count on outstanding bloom in spring and in fall, with handsome, dark green foliage and a dense, rounded habit to carry it through the between-times. This unique color will be irresistible at retail!
PERFECTO MUNDO Double Dark Pink
Rhododendron 'NCRX7'
More of what everyone loves about azaleas: big, bright, double blooms that are as abundant and vivid in spring as they are in autumn. Perfecto Mundo Double Dark Pink azalea has proven to be one of the longest blooming azaleas in our trials, making this plant easy to ship and sell in bloom for more of the year. Dark green foliage and a dense, rounded habit ensure classic appeal and modern-day performance.
PERFECTO MUNDO Red
Rhododendron 'NCRX8'
This new addition to the Perfecto Mundo azalea series has everyone all fired up - it's got the bright red color azalea fans crave! Look for its fabulous red flowers to begin in spring, gracing the season with weeks of color. After a brief rest, it comes roaring back with waves of blooms in late summer through fall. The true-red flowers contrast with the deep green foliage. Coupled with its appealing, dense habit, this plant will be irresistible to landscapers and home gardeners alike.
Perfecto Mundo Epic Pink
Rhododendron 'NCRX9'
Filters: Botanical genus: Rhododendron , Common name: Azalea - Reblooming , Retail program: Proven Winners® ColorChoice® , USDA Zone 6 , USDA Zone 7 , USDA Zone 8 , USDA Zone 9 , Exposure: Full sun , Exposure: Part sun , Bloom time: Spring , Bloom time: Summer , Bloom time: Fall , Pink flowers , Green foliage
'Nova Zembla'
Rhododendron
Nova Zembla Rhododendron has one of the most vibrant red blooms found on any rhododendron in late spring. A hybrid of our native Rhododendron catawbiense, it is considered very hardy. It is one of the red colors of rhododendron that does well in Zone 6. Nova Zembla Rhododendron is an evergreen shrub that is a show-stopper in the spring—providing an excellent pollen source for various bees, hummingbirds, and butterflies. Also check out the Pinxterbloom Azalea Botanical Name: Rhododendron ‘Nova Zembla’ USDA Zone: 5 – 9 Average Height: 4′ – 6′ Average Width: 4′ – 6′ Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Part Sun Planting/Care Instructions Before planting, have your soil tested to see what amendments are needed. Click this link to check your frost dates: Frost Dates . Check the light preferences for your plant and choose your location accordingly. When you receive your , soak the root ball in water for 20 minutes upon arrival before planting or potting. Gently break up the root ball. This will help the roots of your to grow out into the soil. Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball of your plant. Fill in the hole tightly with soil to avoid any air pockets. Add a bit of slow-release fertilizer to help new plants to grow quickly. Add the recommended amount per fertilizer instructions. Be sure to water your until it is established. In addition, pull weeds out when they appear. They take nutrients from the soil. Additionally, certain plants may need staking. Whenever they become too heavy to stand on their own, add bamboo or fiberglass stakes for the plants to lean against or tie up for support. Prune plants as needed to encourage growth. Always sterilize your pruners when pruning plants to prevent the spread of diseases. If you have trouble keeping up with your pruners, check out our locally hand-made leather pruner holster here. Lastly, enjoy your and your time in the garden!
DANDY MAN Pink
Rhododendron 'PKT2011'
A unique combination of hardiness, heat tolerance, and root rot resistance makes Dandy Man® Pink rhododendron a garden workhorse. Large clusters of vibrant pink flowers adorn this well-branched, attractive Rhododendron hyperythrum hybrid in mid-spring. Its handsome, large, evergreen foliage shines in the garden year-round. This low-maintenance landscape shrub is perfect as a specimen, or for a hedge or mixed border planting. Dandy Man® Pink was developed by former American Rhododendron Society President Dr. Leonard Miller.
'Pinxterbloom'
Rhododendron
Pinxterbloom Azalea is a broad-leaf deciduous shrub that is easy to grow. Native to the Eastern United States, this beautiful shrub provides pink and lavender tube-shaped blooms in spring. Pinxterbloom Azalea is a pollen source for all pollinators, from hummingbirds to bees and butterflies. Azaleas prefer more acidic soil for bloom production. Pinxterbloom Azalea benefits from a yearly fertilizing using Holly-Tone if the soil is not greater than 6.0 pH. NOTE: These are grown from seed and can vary in bloom color. We cannot guarantee the color of the blooms. Botanical Name: Rhododendron periclymenoides USDA Zone: 4 – 9 Average Height: 4′ – 6′ Average Width: 5′ – 7′ Sun Exposure: Sun to Part Shade Planting/Care Instructions Before planting, have your soil tested to see what amendments are needed. Click this link to check your frost dates: Frost Dates . Check the light preferences for your plant and choose your location accordingly. When you receive your , soak the root ball in water for 20 minutes upon arrival before planting or potting. Gently break up the root ball. This will help the roots of your to grow out into the soil. Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball of your plant. Fill in the hole tightly with soil to avoid any air pockets. Add a bit of slow-release fertilizer to help new plants to grow quickly. Add the recommended amount per fertilizer instructions. Be sure to water your until it is established. In addition, pull weeds out when they appear. They take nutrients from the soil. Additionally, certain plants may need staking. Whenever they become too heavy to stand on their own, add bamboo or fiberglass stakes for the plants to lean against or tie up for support. Prune plants as needed to encourage growth. Always sterilize your pruners when pruning plants to prevent the spread of diseases. If you have trouble keeping up with your pruners, check out our locally hand-made leather pruner holster here. Lastly, enjoy your and your time in the garden!
'Tradition Pink'
Rhododendron
Tradition Pink Azalea has exceptionally early spring color. A great choice for Asian inspired gardens. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Very heavy bloomer with medium pink flowers that make a wonderful spring show. Tradition Pink Azalea flowers are backed by tiny evergreen foliage on a low spreading form. Deer resistant. Botanical Name: Rhododendron ‘Tradition Pink’ USDA Zone: 6 – 9 Average Height: 2′ – 4′ Average Width: 3′ – 5′ Sun Exposure: Filtered sun Planting/Care Instructions Before planting, have your soil tested to see what amendments are needed. Click this link to check your frost dates: Frost Dates . Check the light preferences for your plant and choose your location accordingly. When you receive your , soak the root ball in water for 20 minutes upon arrival before planting or potting. Gently break up the root ball. This will help the roots of your to grow out into the soil. Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball of your plant. Fill in the hole tightly with soil to avoid any air pockets. Add a bit of slow-release fertilizer to help new plants to grow quickly. Add the recommended amount per fertilizer instructions. Be sure to water your until it is established. In addition, pull weeds out when they appear. They take nutrients from the soil. Additionally, certain plants may need staking. Whenever they become too heavy to stand on their own, add bamboo or fiberglass stakes for the plants to lean against or tie up for support. Prune plants as needed to encourage growth. Always sterilize your pruners when pruning plants to prevent the spread of diseases. If you have trouble keeping up with your pruners, check out our locally hand-made leather pruner holster here. Lastly, enjoy your and your time in the garden!